President Donald J. Trump has appointed Scott Mason IV as the new Regional Administrator for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) South Central Region, also known as Region 6. This region includes Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas, along with 66 Tribal Nations.
Lee Zeldin, EPA Administrator, expressed enthusiasm about Mason's appointment: “We are putting together a high-caliber team at the EPA comprised of experienced individuals committed to our core mission. I am excited to welcome back Scott Mason to the EPA, this time to serve as our Region 6 Administrator.”
Mason previously served as Director of the American Indian Environmental Office during Trump's first administration. He was also a member of The White House Council on Native American Affairs and held various roles in Oklahoma state government, including Deputy Secretary of Energy.
Reflecting on his new role, Mason stated: “It’s a tremendous honor to be appointed by President Trump to be EPA Region 6 Administrator under the leadership of Administrator Zeldin.”
Support for Mason’s appointment came from various political figures. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise commented on Mason's ability to balance environmental protection with economic growth. Governor Kevin Stitt praised Mason's past service as Deputy Secretary of Energy for Oklahoma.
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders anticipates a collaborative relationship with the EPA under Mason's leadership. Lt. Governors Matt Pinnell and Dan Patrick also expressed confidence in Mason's capabilities.
Several U.S. Representatives from Oklahoma and Texas voiced their support for Mason, highlighting his experience and dedication to public service.
Mason is expected to lead initiatives aligned with President Trump's environmental agenda while fostering economic growth across Region 6.
