San Joaquin Valley Flunks 1997 Air Quality Test, EPA Warns
Published Date: 7/10/2025
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Summary
The EPA says the San Joaquin Valley in California didn’t meet the clean air goal for ozone by June 15, 2024. This means the area needs to step up efforts to clean the air and protect people’s health. Expect new rules and deadlines soon, which could affect local businesses and communities.
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San Joaquin Valley Failed Ozone Deadline
The EPA is proposing that the San Joaquin Valley, California did not meet the 1997 8-hour ozone air quality standard by its June 15, 2024 attainment date. The proposal is based on quality‑assured ambient air monitoring data from 2021 through 2023 and says the area will need to step up efforts and can expect new rules and deadlines that could affect local businesses and communities.
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