Federal Register #2026-06444

EPA Extends Comment Period for Chemical Accident Prevention Rule

This notice announces an extension of the comment period for the EPA's proposed rule on chemical accident prevention under the Clean Air Act. - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Address: 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20460 - Purpose: - Extension of the public comment period for the proposed rule: 'Accidental Release Prevention Requirements: Risk Management Programs Under the Clean Air Act; Common Sense Approach to Chemical Accident Prevention.' - Key Details: - No products, services, OEMs, or vendors are being requested or mentioned - The notice is regulatory in nature, not a procurement opportunity - Extension granted in response to stakeholder requests - Notable Requirements: - Stakeholders are invited to submit comments on the proposed rule within the extended timeframe

Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is extending the comment period for the proposed rule concerning accidental release prevention requirements under the Clean Air Act. This rule addresses risk management programs and a common sense approach to chemical accident prevention. The extension allows stakeholders additional time to submit comments, moving the deadline from April 10, 2026, to May 11, 2026. The extension was granted in response to stakeholder requests and accounts for the 30th day falling on a Sunday.

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