EPA Renews Grain Elevator Air Pollution Reporting Requirements
Published Date: 12/30/2025
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Summary
The EPA is asking to keep collecting info from grain elevator operators to make sure air pollution rules stay on track. This renewal won’t add new costs but keeps the paperwork going through the end of 2028. If you run or work with grain elevators, now’s the time to share your thoughts before January 29, 2026!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Continued Mandatory Paperwork for Grain Elevators
If you own or operate a grain elevator, you must continue to provide notifications, performance tests, periodic reports, and records under the New Source Performance Standards (40 CFR part 60, subpart DD). EPA estimates 254 respondents, a total burden of 584 hours per year, and a total annual paperwork cost of $80,000; the ICR is currently approved through December 31, 2025 and EPA is seeking comments by January 29, 2026.
More Facilities Counted Under the Rule
EPA increased the estimated number of affected grain elevator sources from 200 in the previous ICR to 254 in this ICR, which raises the total paperwork burden for the sector. The agency notes the growth rate of new sources remains zero per year, but the estimated respondent count and associated burden have increased.
No Capital or O&M Costs Required
EPA states there are no annualized capital or operation and maintenance (O&M) costs associated with this information collection request. That means the ICR does not require businesses to buy new equipment or incur ongoing O&M spending as part of this paperwork renewal.
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