EPAFinal Rule
Amendment to National Oil and Hazardous Substance Contingency Plan; National Priorities List, Final and Proposed Rule No. 7
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Summary
The EPA updated its list of the most contaminated sites in the United States that need cleanup funding and oversight. This rule determines which polluted locations receive federal attention and resources to remove dangerous chemicals and protect nearby communities from health risks.
Key Points
- 1The EPA added new contaminated sites to or removed existing sites from the National Priorities List, which identifies the worst pollution problems requiring federal cleanup
- 2Sites on this list become eligible for EPA funding and enforcement action to remove hazardous substances like oil spills and toxic chemicals from soil and water
- 3This rule affects property owners, developers, and communities near contaminated sites, as it determines cleanup priorities and responsibilities
- 4The EPA uses this updated list to allocate cleanup resources and decide which pollution problems get tackled first across the country
- 5Communities near listed sites may see increased environmental monitoring, cleanup activities, and restrictions on how land can be used until contamination is removed
Key Dates
Published
February 14, 2025
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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