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ATSDR Seeks Public Comment On Draft ToxProfiles For Cadmium And Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry has released draft toxicological profiles for cadmium and hexachlorocyclopentadiene, two priority hazardous substances under the Superfund program. These comprehensive evaluations establish new minimal risk levels based on updated scientific evidence and propose health-based reference values that will inform regulatory risk assessments worldwide.
United States Environment
BC
Bergeson & Campbell
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EPA Delays Clean Water Act Hazardous Substance Facility Response Plan Requirements Until 2030
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has extended the compliance deadline for Clean Water Act hazardous substance Facility Response Plan requirements by three years, from June 2027 to June 2030, while simultaneously removing references to climate change and environmental justice from the regulations. This significant delay affects industrial and commercial facilities handling hazardous substances near navigable waters, giving them substantially more time to prepare as EPA reconsiders portions of the und
United States Environment
BD
Beveridge & Diamond
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EPA And Army Corps Announce Supplemental WOTUS Proposal: Key Updates
The EPA and Army Corps have issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking that aims to clarify the definition of "waters of the United States" by introducing specific regulatory definitions for key terms including "relatively permanent," "perennial," and "continuous surface connection." This proposal responds to stakeholder demands for clearer, more implementable standards in determining which water bodies fall under Clean Water Act jurisdiction, potentially narrowing the scope of federally regulated
United States Environment
LL
Liskow & Lewis
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Climate Change

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Second Decision To Block New York Climate Change Superfund Act Issued
A federal judge has ruled New York's Climate Change Superfund Act unconstitutional, marking the second such decision in under a month. The ruling permanently enjoins enforcement of the law that sought to retroactively hold fossil fuel producers liable for $75 billion in climate adaptation costs based on historical emissions. This decision adds to growing legal uncertainty around state and local efforts to pursue climate damages through the court system.
United States Environment
FH
Foley Hoag LLP
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Celebrating California’s Water Professionals
California's water professionals work tirelessly to ensure safe and reliable water, wastewater, and recycled water services across the state, especially as the region faces a hotter, drier climate with extreme weather events. This recognition highlights the essential expertise and dedication these professionals bring to their communities while encouraging the next generation to consider rewarding careers in the water industry.
United States Energy
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Nossaman LLP
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Waste Management

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Environmental Law

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ATSDR Seeks Public Comment On Draft ToxProfiles For Cadmium And Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry has released draft toxicological profiles for cadmium and hexachlorocyclopentadiene, two priority hazardous substances under the Superfund program. These comprehensive evaluations establish new minimal risk levels based on updated scientific evidence and propose health-based reference values that will inform regulatory risk assessments worldwide.
United States Environment
BC
Bergeson & Campbell
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EPA Delays Clean Water Act Hazardous Substance Facility Response Plan Requirements Until 2030
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has extended the compliance deadline for Clean Water Act hazardous substance Facility Response Plan requirements by three years, from June 2027 to June 2030, while simultaneously removing references to climate change and environmental justice from the regulations. This significant delay affects industrial and commercial facilities handling hazardous substances near navigable waters, giving them substantially more time to prepare as EPA reconsiders portions of the und
United States Environment
BD
Beveridge & Diamond
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EPA And Army Corps Announce Supplemental WOTUS Proposal: Key Updates
The EPA and Army Corps have issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking that aims to clarify the definition of "waters of the United States" by introducing specific regulatory definitions for key terms including "relatively permanent," "perennial," and "continuous surface connection." This proposal responds to stakeholder demands for clearer, more implementable standards in determining which water bodies fall under Clean Water Act jurisdiction, potentially narrowing the scope of federally regulated
United States Environment
LL
Liskow & Lewis
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Clean Air / Pollution

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Minnesota Finds Decrease In Certain Consumer Products Containing PFAS, Will Expand Product Testing In The Future
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has released new testing results showing that manufacturers have successfully transitioned away from PFAS-containing products in key consumer categories. The data reveals a dramatic improvement in compliance rates since Minnesota's PFAS prohibitions took effect, with over 92 percent of tested products now meeting state requirements for dental floss, menstrual products, and food packaging.
United States Environment
BC
Bergeson & Campbell
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District Court Enjoins EPA From Reclassifying California’s Clean Air Act Waivers
A federal district court has preliminarily enjoined the EPA from reclassifying California's Clean Air Act preemption waiver orders as "rules" subject to the Congressional Review Act. The court found that EPA's reclassification likely violated the Administrative Procedure Act and exceeded the agency's authority, though the order does not prevent Congress from proceeding with pending disapproval resolutions.
United States Environment
AP
Arnold & Porter
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