Federal Register #EPA-HQ-OLEM-2026-2048

EPA Proposed Rule Amending Administrative Hearing Procedures for Superfund Claims

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a regulatory amendment affecting administrative hearings for Superfund claims: - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Headquarters at 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC - No OEMs, vendors, or commercial products/services are involved - Key Details: - The proposed rule amends administrative hearing procedures for claims against the Hazardous Substance Superfund under CERCLA - Revises rules of evidence to allow admission of evidence with little probative value - Aims to simplify regulations, reduce regulatory burden, and improve clarity and efficiency in the claims process - No technical standards, procurement requirements, or mandates are introduced - No products, part numbers, or quantities are referenced - No services or unique technical requirements are specified

Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to amend the administrative hearing procedures for claims brought against the Hazardous Substance Superfund pursuant to the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). The proposed amendment involves revising the rules of evidence for administrative hearings to remove the exclusion of evidence that is of little probative value, thereby simplifying the regulations and allowing admission of such evidence. This change aims to reduce regulatory burden and improve clarity and efficiency in the claims process. Comments on the proposed rule must be received by August 3, 2026.

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