EPAProposed Rule
OK035.17 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Delegation of Authority to Oklahoma, Proposed rule, 4 pages
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Summary
The EPA is proposing to let Oklahoma take over management of air pollution rules that protect people from dangerous chemicals. This means Oklahoma state officials would enforce federal air quality standards instead of the EPA doing it directly.
Key Points
- 1The EPA wants to give Oklahoma authority to enforce national air pollution standards for hazardous chemicals in the state
- 2Oklahoma would take responsibility for inspecting businesses, issuing permits, and ensuring companies follow air quality rules
- 3This delegation only applies to specific air pollution standards (OK035.17) and doesn't change the actual pollution limits themselves
- 4The public has until August 12, 2025 to submit comments on whether this transfer of authority is a good idea
- 5Oklahoma businesses that produce or release hazardous air pollutants would work with state regulators instead of federal EPA officials
Key Dates
Published
July 10, 2025
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