Federal Register #2026-14118

EPA Seeks Public Comment on Alabama's CCR Permit Program Approval

This opportunity involves the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) seeking public comment on the proposed approval of Alabama's Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR) permit program. - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) (as the state agency whose program is under review) - No OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is not a procurement for goods or services. - No products or services are being requested or procured. - Notable Requirements: - The EPA is proposing to approve ADEM's partial CCR permit program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). - The program would allow Alabama to operate its CCR permit program in place of the federal program, except for certain provisions. - The EPA is requesting public comments and will hold a virtual public hearing. - The notice outlines the regulatory framework, public participation process, and technical/enforcement criteria for the proposed state program. - This is a regulatory action, not a solicitation for bids or proposals.

Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve Alabama's partial Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR) permit program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The program application was submitted by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) on May 18, 2026. If approved, Alabama's CCR permit program will operate in lieu of the Federal CCR program, except for specific provisions noted. EPA is seeking public comments during a 60-day period and will hold a virtual public hearing on the preliminary approval of Alabama's partial CCR permit program.

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