Environmental Protection Agency June 23, 2014 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is extending the comment period for the draft updated national recommended water quality criteria for the protection of human health announced in a previous notice entitled ``Updated National Recommended Water Quality Criteria for the Protection of Human Health.'' In response to stakeholder requests, the EPA is extending the period of time in which the Agency will accept scientific views for an additional 30 days.

On May 19, 2014, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) determined that the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa (Bois Forte) had submitted a complete application under section 404 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) requesting authorization to administer and enforce the requirements for TSCA sections 402(a), 402(c), and 406(b) in accordance with the provisions of TSCA for trust lands located within the exterior boundaries of the reservation. These programs ensure that: Individuals engaged in certain work that may disturb lead-based paint, including but not limited to abatement and renovation, are properly trained; that training programs are accredited; that contractors engaged in such activities are certified; that owners and occupants of target housing and/or child-occupied facilities are provided information concerning potential hazards of lead-based paint exposure before certain renovations are begun; and that the required work is performed in accordance with work practice standards. This notice announces receipt of the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa's application and request for authorization to administer the program in lieu of the federal program. EPA has determined that the Bois Forte application is complete, and is now providing a 45-day public comment period and opportunity to request a public hearing.