EPAFinal Rule
Air Quality State Implementation Plans; Approvals and Promulgations: Oregon; Lane County Permitting
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Summary
This regulation approves Oregon's plan for improving air quality in Lane County (which includes Eugene and Springfield) by setting rules for how factories and businesses can emit pollution. The plan aims to meet federal air quality standards to protect public health and the environment.
Key Points
- 1Lane County must follow new or updated rules about how much air pollution factories, power plants, and other businesses can release
- 2The EPA is officially accepting Oregon's air quality improvement plan after reviewing it to ensure it meets federal clean air standards
- 3Local businesses that emit air pollution will need to follow Lane County's permitting process, which controls what they can release into the air
- 4The goal is to reduce smog and other harmful air pollutants that can cause respiratory problems and other health issues for residents
- 5This regulation affects companies in Lane County that produce emissions and local residents who breathe the air in the region
Key Dates
Published
January 29, 2026
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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