EPA Pushes Back Oil Leak Fix Deadlines for Easier Planning
Published Date: 7/31/2025
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Summary
The EPA is giving oil and gas companies more time to meet new pollution control deadlines, including fixing leaks and managing storage tanks. They’re also pushing back the start of the SuperEmitter Program and extending deadlines for state plans to reduce greenhouse gases. This means businesses get a breather to comply without rushing, and the EPA is open to feedback before finalizing these changes.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
More time to meet NSPS OOOOb controls
The EPA is extending deadlines in Subpart OOOOb for items like control devices, equipment leaks, storage vessels, process controllers, and covers/closed vent systems for facilities that began construction, modification, or reconstruction after December 6, 2022. The change is an interim final action to give companies more time to meet the March 8, 2024 rule’s requirements, and the EPA is requesting comments before deciding whether to amend the rule.
SuperEmitter Program start date delayed
The EPA is extending the date for future implementation of the SuperEmitter Program that was included in the March 8, 2024 final rule. The interim final action delays the program’s start and the agency is requesting comments on this change before deciding on any amendments.
State plan submittal deadline extended
The EPA is extending the deadline for state plan submittals under Subpart OOOOc—Emissions Guidelines for existing crude oil and natural gas facilities from the March 8, 2024 final rule. This gives states and regulated sources more time to prepare plans, and the EPA is seeking comments on the interim final rule before potentially amending it.
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