EPAFinal Rule

OK012.27 New Source Performance Standards: Delegation of Authority to Oklahoma, Final Rule, 5 pages

EnvironmentEnergy

Summary

The EPA is allowing Oklahoma to take over responsibility for enforcing air pollution rules for new industrial facilities and major equipment upgrades. This means Oklahoma state officials will now review and approve pollution control plans for large industrial projects instead of the federal EPA.

Key Points

  • 1Oklahoma gains authority to enforce federal air quality standards for new and modified industrial sources within the state
  • 2Industrial facilities must still meet the same federal pollution limits, but Oklahoma regulators will review applications instead of EPA
  • 3This delegation applies to large emission sources like power plants, refineries, and manufacturing facilities that could significantly pollute the air
  • 4Oklahoma must show it has adequate staff and resources to properly review and enforce these rules
  • 5The change streamlines the approval process by reducing federal oversight while maintaining the same environmental protection requirements

Key Dates

Published

December 18, 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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