Federal Register #2026-18552

EPA Seeks Public Comment on Approval of Wisconsin's CCR Permit Program

This opportunity involves the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposing to approve Wisconsin's Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR) partial permit program. - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) (state agency submitting the program) - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is a regulatory action, not a procurement. - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured. - Unique or Notable Requirements: - EPA is seeking public comment on the proposed approval of Wisconsin's CCR permit program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). - If approved, Wisconsin's program would operate in lieu of the Federal CCR program for CCR landfills, except for certain provisions not included in the state's application. - The approval is partial, with ongoing EPA oversight and some federal provisions remaining in effect. - Public participation is encouraged, including an online public hearing. - The notice outlines regulatory and administrative requirements for CCR landfill permitting, compliance, and enforcement.

Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve the Wisconsin Coal Combustion Residuals (CCR) partial permit program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The program application was submitted by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) and EPA preliminarily determined that the program meets the standard for partial approval. If approved, Wisconsin's CCR permit program will operate in lieu of the Federal CCR program for CCR landfills, with some exceptions. EPA is seeking public comments during a 60-day period and will hold an online public hearing.

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