Michigan Ozone Cleanup Plan Approved by EPA Officials
Published Date: 2/26/2026
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The EPA is giving a thumbs-up to Michigan’s plan to clean up the air in parts of Allegan, Berrien, and Muskegon counties by meeting ozone pollution goals set in 2015. This means updated pollution data and car emissions limits are now official, helping these areas breathe easier. The new rules kick in on March 30, 2026, with no extra costs for residents—just cleaner air ahead!
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EPA Approves Michigan Ozone Cleanup
If you live in parts of Allegan County, Berrien County, or Muskegon County, Michigan, the EPA approved Michigan’s plan to meet the 2015 ozone standard by accepting updated 2017 emissions inventories, a 15 percent reasonable further progress demonstration, and 2023 motor vehicle emissions budgets. The approval is effective March 30, 2026, and the rule states it does not impose additional costs on residents.
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