EPAProposed Rule
Air Quality State Implementation Plans; Approvals and Promulgations: New York; New York Metropolitan Area Second Ten-Year Limited Maintenance Plan for the 2006 24-Hour PM2.5 Standard
EnvironmentHealthcare
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Summary
New York is updating its plan to keep air pollution at safe levels in the New York City area, specifically focusing on fine particle pollution (PM2.5) that can harm people's health. The EPA is reviewing this plan to make sure New York stays on track to meet federal air quality standards through 2026.
Key Points
- 1This regulation covers fine particle pollution in the New York metropolitan area, which includes particles so small they can enter people's lungs and cause health problems like asthma and heart disease
- 2New York must show it can maintain clean air standards for at least ten more years, rather than letting pollution levels creep back up
- 3The plan includes strategies to reduce pollution from cars, factories, and other sources in the region
- 4The EPA is accepting public comments until March 17, 2026, so New York residents and businesses can weigh in on the air quality plan
- 5If approved, this plan helps protect public health and ensures the region continues meeting federal clean air requirements
Key Dates
Published
February 12, 2026
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