Federal Register #EPA-R09-OAR-2024-0596

EPA Proposed Approval of Monterey Bay Air Resources District Title V Permit Program Revisions

This notice concerns the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region IX's proposed approval of revisions to the Monterey Bay Air Resources District's (MBARD) Title V Operating Permits Program in California. - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Region IX - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved, as this is a regulatory program revision, not a procurement of goods or services. - Program Revisions: - Removal of emergency affirmative defense provisions - Removal of permitting requirements for greenhouse gases to align with current Title V requirements - Establishment of procedures for electronic public noticing of permits, in addition to newspaper noticing - Updates to rule formatting to match the District's current format - Unique/Notable Requirements: - The EPA is soliciting public comments on these proposed revisions - The action ensures air quality management programs comply with federal standards and the Clean Air Act - No products, part numbers, or quantities are requested, and no contract value is estimated, as this is not a procurement opportunity.

Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve revisions to the Monterey Bay Air Resources District's Title V Operating Permits Program. The revisions include removing emergency affirmative defense provisions, removing permitting requirements for greenhouse gases to align with current Title V requirements, creating procedures for electronic public noticing of permits in addition to newspaper noticing, and updating formatting to match the District's current rule format. This action is taken in accordance with federal regulations and the Clean Air Act, with public comments accepted until May 4, 2026.

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