EPA Approves California CO Plan Cuts: Cleaner Air, Less Red Tape
Published Date: 9/5/2025
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The EPA just gave the green light to California’s updated plan for keeping carbon monoxide levels in check in Chico, Modesto, and Stockton. This update removes some backup rules and monitoring steps that were no longer needed, making things simpler for these areas. Residents and local officials can expect smoother air quality management without extra costs or delays.
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California removes CO backup rules
The EPA approved a revision to California’s air quality plan that removes carbon monoxide (CO) contingency measures and monitoring requirements from the maintenance plans for the Chico Urbanized Area, Modesto Urbanized Area, and Stockton Urbanized Area. You (residents and local officials in those areas) should see simpler air quality management and no extra costs or delays from these removed requirements.
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