Massachusetts Gets EPA Okay for Hazardous Waste Program Changes
Published Date: 9/5/2025
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Massachusetts is getting the green light from the EPA to update its hazardous waste rules, making sure the state stays safe and up-to-date. This affects businesses and facilities that handle dangerous waste, with new rules kicking in soon unless someone objects. No big costs are expected, just smoother, clearer ways to keep hazardous waste in check.
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Massachusetts Hazardous Waste Rule Approval
If you run a business or facility in Massachusetts that handles hazardous waste, the EPA is approving Massachusetts' revisions to its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). These revised state rules will take effect on the effective date set by the EPA's direct final rule unless EPA receives written comments opposing the authorization during the comment period. EPA states no big costs are expected and the changes aim to make hazardous waste rules clearer and smoother to follow.
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