EPA Proposes Cleanup Cost Deals at Iowa Superfund Site
Published Date: 6/23/2026
Notice
Summary
The EPA is proposing two deals with WM Recycle America and Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations to recover cleanup costs from the Recycletronics-Akron Farm Superfund Site in Iowa. This site had a big cleanup in 2022 to remove dangerous lead waste. The public can comment on these deals until July 23, 2026, so everyone has a chance to weigh in on how the cleanup costs get paid.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Two Firms to Pay Past Cleanup Costs
The EPA negotiated two CERCLA administrative settlement agreements with WM Recycle America, L.L.C. and Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations, Inc. so those companies agreed to pay EPA for their respective portions of costs the Agency incurred responding to the time-critical removal action at the Recycletronics–Akron Farm Facility in Akron, Iowa.
Removal of 944 Tons of Lead Waste Completed
Between March 2022 and July 2022, EPA conducted a fund‑lead time‑critical removal action at the Recycletronics–Akron Farm Facility and removed approximately 944 tons of lead‑containing cathode ray tube glass from the site. The notice identifies lead as a hazardous substance under CERCLA.
Public Comment Period Open Until July 23, 2026
You can submit written comments on the proposed settlement agreements (Docket ID No. EPA-R07-SFUND-2026-2806) at https://www.regulations.gov or to EPA Region 7 (contact: Catherine Chiccine) through July 23, 2026. EPA says it will consider all comments and may modify or withdraw its consent to the settlements if comments disclose facts showing the settlements are inappropriate, improper, or inadequate.
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Personalize government policy and PRIA will tell you what this federal register document means for your household, plus every other regulation we track. PRIA reads each provision against your financial profile to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-13667, Minor New Source Review Program Air Permitting Public Participation Requirements for State Implementation Plans
The EPA wants to give states more freedom to decide how much public input is needed when approving small air pollution sources or changes. This means local air agencies can tailor public participation to fit their community’s needs while still protecting air quality. If you’re involved in air permits, watch for comment deadlines and possible virtual hearings this summer!
2026-13263, Revisions To Establish the Sixth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR 6) for Public Water Systems
The EPA is rolling out the sixth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR 6) to check for new, sneaky chemicals in public drinking water. Big water systems serving 3,300+ people and some smaller ones will test for 30 different contaminants, including certain PFAS and pesticides, to keep our water safe. Comments and feedback are open until late August 2026, and the EPA will host fun online meetings to chat about the plan!
2026-12927, U.S. Ecology Nevada, Inc. High Mercury Subcategory Wastes Land Disposal Restrictions Variance
The EPA is giving U.S. Ecology Nevada a special green light to handle and dispose of high-mercury waste a bit differently than usual. This means mercury waste treated in Pennsylvania can now be safely sent to U.S. Ecology’s Nevada site for disposal under new rules starting July 27, 2026. This change helps protect people and the environment while keeping mercury waste management efficient and cost-effective.
2026-11047, National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants From Hazardous Waste Combustors: Residual Risk and Technology Review
The EPA just updated rules for places that burn hazardous waste, like incinerators and boilers, to keep the air safe and clean. They confirmed current standards work well but added new limits on harmful gases like hydrogen fluoride and hydrogen cyanide. These changes start June 3, 2026, and include easier electronic reporting and some new rules for startup and shutdown times—helping protect health without big costs.
2026-10641, Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Federal CCR Permit Program; Reopening of Comment Period
The EPA is reopening the comment period until June 29, 2026, for its proposed rule to create a federal permit program for safely disposing of coal ash from power plants. This affects electric utilities that handle coal waste and aims to improve environmental safety while possibly impacting their costs. Now’s the time for everyone to share their thoughts and help shape the rules!
2026-10387, Phasedown of Hydrofluorocarbons: Reconsideration of Certain Regulatory Requirements Promulgated Under the Technology Transitions Provisions of the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020
The EPA is updating rules to phase down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), chemicals used in cooling systems like refrigerators and air conditioners. These changes affect businesses in refrigeration, supermarkets, semiconductor manufacturing, and more, allowing some older equipment made before 2025 to keep running. The new rules kick in on July 27, 2026, helping industries transition smoothly while cutting harmful emissions.
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2026-12545, Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request on Form 8975 and Schedule A (Form 8975)
The IRS wants your thoughts on Form 8975 and Schedule A, which big companies use to report financial info by country. They’re checking if these forms are clear and not too much work, so they’re asking for comments by August 24, 2026. This helps keep the paperwork fair and easy, with no surprise costs or headaches for businesses.
Next: 2026-12549, Clean Air Act Operating Permit Program; Order on Petition for Objection to State Operating Permit for the Humboldt Redwood Company, LLC
The EPA has decided not to block the air pollution permit for Humboldt Redwood Company’s sawmill and power plant in California. This means the company can keep operating under the current rules, and groups that wanted changes have until August 24, 2026, to ask a court to review the decision. No new costs or changes to the permit are happening right now.