Finding of Failure to Attain: Missouri Portion of the St. Louis Nonattainment Area for the 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards
Summary
The EPA is proposing to officially declare that the Missouri side of the St. Louis area is not meeting federal air quality standards for ozone pollution. This means the region will need to develop a plan to reduce air pollution and improve air quality, which could affect local businesses and require stricter environmental controls.
Key Points
- 1The St. Louis area in Missouri is failing to meet the EPA's 2015 ozone pollution limits, which are set to protect public health
- 2When an area is labeled as 'failing to attain' standards, it triggers requirements for the state to create and implement plans to reduce air pollution
- 3This designation could lead to stricter regulations on factories, power plants, vehicles, and other pollution sources in the St. Louis region
- 4The public has until July 22, 2025 to submit comments on this proposed finding before the EPA makes a final decision
- 5Ozone pollution contributes to respiratory problems, especially in children and people with asthma, so this regulation aims to protect public health
Key Dates
June 20, 2025
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