EPA Proposes Deal to Finalize Florida Water Rules
Published Date: 7/23/2026
Notice
Summary
The EPA is working to fix a delay in setting water quality rules for Florida’s waters after a lawsuit claimed they missed a deadline. This proposed agreement aims to speed up finalizing these important clean water standards, protecting public health and the environment. People have until August 24, 2026, to share their thoughts before the EPA makes a final decision.
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Final Florida Water Health Standards
If you live in Florida or use Florida waters, the EPA must sign a final rule establishing new and revised human health criteria (HHC) for Florida waters on or before December 1, 2026. The rule would include HHC for 37 additional priority toxic pollutants and follows the EPA's December 8, 2023 proposed rule; the public may submit comments on the proposed consent decree by August 24, 2026.
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