EPAFinal Rule
Final approval of the Ohio EPA Municipal Solid Waste Landfill MOA
Environment
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Summary
The EPA has approved an agreement with Ohio to manage how the state handles municipal solid waste (trash) in landfills. This approval means Ohio can now implement its plan for regulating and overseeing landfills to protect the environment and public health.
Key Points
- 1Ohio received final federal approval for its landfill management agreement, meaning the state can enforce its own trash disposal rules instead of relying on the EPA to oversee everything
- 2The agreement covers how landfills in Ohio must operate, including requirements for monitoring groundwater, managing waste properly, and preventing pollution
- 3Landfill operators in Ohio will need to follow the state's approved standards, which helps protect drinking water and nearby communities from contamination
- 4This type of approval is routine and shows the EPA trusts Ohio's environmental agency to properly regulate solid waste management
- 5The rule took effect in early 2026 and applies to all municipal solid waste landfills operating in Ohio
Key Dates
Published
January 9, 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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