Federal Register #2026-10643

EPA Regulatory Action: Removal of Ohio Air Nuisance Rule from State Plan

This opportunity is a regulatory action by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding Ohio's air quality regulations: - The EPA is proposing to approve the removal of the Air Nuisance Rule (ANR) from Ohio's State Implementation Plan (SIP) - No procurement of products or services is involved - No Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are mentioned - The action is a regulatory change, not a solicitation for goods or services - The EPA has determined that Ohio's SIP contains sufficient control requirements and enforcement measures to maintain air quality standards without the ANR - The proposal includes an anti-backsliding analysis to ensure compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Clean Air Act (CAA) - No unique or notable procurement requirements are present, as this is not a procurement action

Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to act in accordance with Ohio EPA's November 14, 2025, request to remove the air pollution nuisance rule (ANR) from the Ohio State Implementation Plan (SIP). The EPA proposes to find that the Ohio SIP contains adequate control requirements and enforcement measures to maintain air quality in the State without the ANR. This proposed action will not interfere with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and meets all applicable requirements under the Clean Air Act (CAA). Comments on this proposal must be received on or before June 29, 2026.

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