Michigan Smog Fight: EPA Adds 30 Days for Public Gripes
Published Date: 4/23/2026
Proposed Rule
Summary
The EPA is giving folks 30 more days to share their thoughts on Michigan’s new air pollution rules aimed at cutting smog in parts of Western Michigan. These rules focus on reducing harmful chemicals from products and coatings to help meet clean air goals. If you live or do business in Berrien, Allegan, or Muskegon counties, this could affect you soon—so don’t miss the May 26, 2026 deadline to weigh in!
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Western Michigan VOC and NOX Limits
The EPA is proposing to approve Michigan changes to Air Pollution Control Rules (MAPCR Parts 6 and 8) that limit volatile organic compound (VOC) and nitrogen oxide (NOX) emissions to meet the 2015 ozone standard in Berrien County and the western parts of Allegan and Muskegon counties. The rules include limits on VOCs from consumer products and architectural and industrial maintenance coatings. The EPA reopened the public comment period and will accept comments through May 26, 2026.
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