Approval of the Clean Air Act Authority for Hazardous Air Pollutants: State of Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection; Clean Air Act, State Operating Permit Programs
Summary
The EPA is considering approving Connecticut's plan to monitor and control dangerous air pollutants like mercury and asbestos through a state permitting system. This means Connecticut would take over managing which factories and businesses can operate based on their air pollution levels, helping protect public health from toxic chemicals in the air.
Key Points
- 1Connecticut's Department of Energy and Environmental Protection wants federal approval to run its own air pollution permit program for hazardous pollutants
- 2The program would regulate emissions from factories, refineries, and other industrial facilities that release toxic substances into the air
- 3The EPA is accepting public comments until September 30, 2025 before deciding whether to approve Connecticut's plan
- 4If approved, Connecticut would have responsibility for issuing permits and enforcing pollution limits on companies in the state
- 5This affects businesses that emit hazardous air pollutants and Connecticut residents concerned about air quality and health
Key Dates
August 28, 2025
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