Guam Breathes Easy: EPA Pauses Sulfur Dioxide Rules in Paradise
Published Date: 6/20/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The EPA says the air in the Piti-Cabras area of Guam is clean enough for sulfur dioxide pollution based on recent data. This means Guam won’t have to submit some air quality plans for now, saving time and effort as long as the air stays clean. This is great news for residents and local officials who want to keep breathing easy without extra paperwork.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Guam area found to meet SO2 standard
The EPA proposes a Clean Data Determination for the Piti-Cabras area of Guam, finding it attains the 2010 1-hour sulfur dioxide (SO2) National Ambient Air Quality Standard. If finalized, this will suspend the obligation for Guam to submit certain attainment planning requirements for the Piti-Cabras area for as long as the area continues to attain the 2010 1-hour SO2 NAAQS or until the area is formally redesignated.
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