Federal Register #EPA-HQ-OLEM-2019-0361

EPA Requests Public Comment on Proposed Federal CCR Permit Program Rule

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public input on its proposed Federal permit program for the disposal of coal combustion residuals (CCR) from electric utilities. - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - OEMs and Vendors: - EPA is the only agency mentioned; no commercial OEMs or vendors are involved - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The notice requests public comments on regulatory issues, including: - Permit application deadlines - Implementation of an electronic permitting process - Provisions related to CCR management, compliance, closure, and beneficial use - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Focused on regulatory feedback for a Federal CCR permit program - Applies to electric utilities in nonparticipating states and Indian country - Addresses minimum federal requirements for CCR disposal - No contract award or procurement is associated with this notice

Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a proposed rule on February 20, 2020, to establish a Federal permit program for disposal of coal combustion residuals (CCR). The EPA is reopening the comment period on that proposed rule and requesting comment on several issues in particular. The rule establishes minimum federal requirements for CCR disposal, including permitting requirements for CCR units in nonparticipating states and Indian country. The EPA is seeking comments on permit application deadlines, electronic permitting processes, and other regulatory provisions, with the comment period extended until June 29, 2026.

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