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D.C. Circuit Upholds EPA Rule Designating PFOA And PFOS As CERCLA Hazardous Substances
The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld EPA's designation of PFOA and PFOS as hazardous substances under CERCLA, rejecting challenges from industry groups and reaffirming the agency's authority to regulate based on credible scientific evidence of risk. This landmark decision has significant implications for businesses across multiple sectors, potentially expanding EPA's enforcement capabilities and affecting real estate transactions, compliance obligations, and liability exposure for companies dealing
United States Environment
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Sive, Paget & Riesel
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EPA Issues Decisions On Small Refinery Exemptions
The EPA has released decisions on 34 small refinery exemption petitions from 2025, granting full or partial exemptions that total 1.76 million RINs - significantly more than initially estimated. This discrepancy has prompted the agency to announce a new rulemaking that will reallocate 100 percent of exempted volumes to 2026 and 2027 renewable volume obligations, potentially increasing compliance burdens for nonexempt obligated parties.
United States Environment
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Holland & Knight
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Applying For A National Trust Charter: Key Requirements From The OCC
Interest in national trust bank charters has surged in recent years as companies seek to offer fiduciary, custody, and related trust services under federal supervision. This comprehensive guide examines the OCC's application process, capital requirements, and key regulatory considerations for institutions pursuing a national trust charter, from prefiling consultations through final approval and opening.
United States Finance
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Duane Morris LLP
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