The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced 100 additional environmental accomplishments, bringing the total to 300 since President Donald Trump took office. Administrator Lee Zeldin highlighted the agency's efforts in delivering clean air, land, and water for Americans.
One significant response led by EPA Region 6 was to the Smitty’s Supply fire in Roseland, Louisiana. The agency removed over 11 million gallons of waste from local waterways and engaged with more than 3,000 residents. Region 6 also issued permits under the Safe Drinking Water Act and Clean Air Act for ExxonMobil’s Rose Low Carbon Solutions and Texas GulfLink, respectively. These permits are expected to advance major projects that could boost job creation and the energy economy.
Nationwide, the EPA has proposed a rule defining "waters of the United States" (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act. The agency completed "pressure testing" Tijuana-San Diego wastewater projects ahead of schedule following a U.S.-Mexico Memorandum of Understanding from July 2025.
Administrator Zeldin said, "We are thrilled to announce another 100 top accomplishments...The Trump EPA is showing that we can be exceptional environmental stewards while Powering the Great American Comeback."
Regional Administrator Scott Mason emphasized that Region 6 has balanced protecting health and environment with economic development: "Under the Trump Administration, our team has shown we can fulfill our mission...while not getting in the way of economic development."
Other notable actions include emergency responses across various states and initiatives to streamline processes for chemical risk notifications. The EPA also secured $86.2 million in supplemental funds for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.
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