EPA Releases New Project Impact Statements for Review

2026-08750 — Extension of Postponement of Effectiveness for Certain Provisions of Trichloroethylene (TCE); Regulation Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)

The EPA is delaying some rules about the chemical TCE until court decisions are finished. This delay affects certain allowed uses of TCE that had special workplace rules. Businesses using TCE under these exemptions get more time before new restrictions kick in, helping them avoid sudden costs or changes.

2026-07061 — Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Legacy/CCRMU Amendments

The EPA is updating rules on how electric utilities handle coal waste to make cleanup safer and smarter. These changes affect power plants by easing some rules, adding new ways to monitor and close waste sites, and allowing more beneficial reuse of coal waste. Comments are open until June 12, 2026, so utilities and communities can weigh in before the new rules take effect.

2026-06808 — Reconsideration of Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources: Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review

The EPA is making some smart tweaks to rules for oil and natural gas companies about how they handle gas flaring and monitoring. These changes fix technical details without changing pollution limits and bring back some important reporting rules accidentally removed last year. The new rules kick in on June 8, 2026, so companies should get ready to follow the updated steps without extra costs.

2026-06275 — Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Program: Standards for 2026 and 2027, Partial Waiver of 2025 Cellulosic Biofuel Volume Requirement, and Other Changes

The EPA just set new rules for renewable fuels in 2026 and 2027, including how much biofuel must be used. They’re also easing the 2025 cellulosic biofuel goals because production fell short and removing renewable electricity from the program. These changes affect fuel producers and sellers, kick in mostly mid-2026, and aim to keep cleaner fuels flowing without breaking the bank.

2026-05167 — National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Ethylene Oxide Emissions Standards for Sterilization Facilities Residual Risk and Technology Review Reconsideration

The EPA is updating rules for sterilization facilities that use ethylene oxide, a chemical that can be harmful if not controlled. They’re rolling back some strict standards from 2024, fixing technical errors, and changing how facilities prove they’re following the rules. If you run or work with these facilities, get ready for new deadlines and ways to stay in compliance by mid-2026.

2026-04646 — Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources and Emission Guidelines for Existing Sources: Large Municipal Waste Combustors Voluntary Remand Response and Five-Year Review

The EPA is updating pollution rules for big trash-burning plants to cut harmful emissions like lead, mercury, and dioxins. These changes affect both new and existing facilities, tighten limits, remove some loopholes, and improve reporting, all starting May 11, 2026. This update will clean up the air by reducing over 3,200 tons of pollution each year, helping communities breathe easier without breaking the bank.

Previous: 2026-06964 — Schedule Change-Notice of Shipping Coordinating Committee Public Meeting To Prepare for International Maritime Organization MEPC 84 Session

Heads up! The Shipping Coordinating Committee’s public meeting to prep for the big International Maritime Organization MEPC 84 session has been moved earlier—from 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 a.m. on April 15, 2026. If you’re planning to join, make sure to RSVP by April 10 to secure your spot and any special accommodations. This change affects all attendees but won’t cost you a dime—just a little calendar shuffle!

Next: 2026-06966 — United States Standards for Grades of Frozen Asparagus

The USDA wants to update the rules for grading frozen asparagus, especially how much of the 'head' part is in cut spears or tips. These changes match new harvesting methods and help farmers and sellers use asparagus better. If you have thoughts, you’ve got until June 9, 2026, to share them—no cost to comment, just a chance to shape the future of frozen asparagus!