Beach Water Contact Advisory - Pass Christian West Beach
The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality issued a beach water contact advisory for Pass Christian West Beach (Station 5) due to elevated bacteria levels. The beach remains open but swimmers are warned of increased illness risk. The advisory applies to the area from Fort Henry Ave. east to Elliot St. Four additional advisories remain in effect for other Mississippi beaches.
RESTORE Act Gulf Coast Restoration Project Idea Submissions
MDEQ is soliciting new restoration project ideas and revisions for Mississippi's 2026 Multiyear Implementation Plan and State Expenditure Plan amendments under the RESTORE Act. Project submissions are due by May 15, 2026 through the Mississippi Restoration Project Portal. Final funding is subject to approval by the U.S. Department of Treasury and Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council.
Devil's Lake State Park Expands 100 Acres Permanent Protection
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced finalization of a deal to permanently protect 100 acres that will expand Devil's Lake State Park. The land was previously one of the largest privately owned parcels inside the park and was acquired by The Conservation Fund in 2025 to prevent development. The expansion was made possible through the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.
Wisconsin DNR Recruiting Conservation Wardens for 2027 Class
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced it will hire approximately 14 full-time conservation wardens for the 2027 training class. Applications will be accepted from April 30 through May 14, 2026. No prior law enforcement experience is required; applicants must meet minimum requirements and possess skills in communication, public service, and self-motivation.
Nearly 700 Acres Added to East Otto State Forest
NY DEC and The Nature Conservancy completed acquisition of 689 acres in Cattaraugus County to expand East Otto State Forest to 2,071 acres. The $2.39 million purchase was funded through the Environmental Protection Fund and supports New York's 30x30 open space conservation initiative.
Free learn-to-fish events at Onondaga Lake
NY DEC and Onondaga County Parks announce free family-friendly learn-to-fish events at Onondaga Lake from April 11 to September 12, 2026. The catch-and-release events are open to all ages and abilities at five locations; no fishing license or registration required, with equipment and bait provided.
Forest Rangers Week in Review: Search and Rescue and Wildfire Response Activities
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Forest Rangers published a weekly activity summary covering March 19-28, 2026. The summary includes a Basic Wildland Fire Suppression training course for 15 volunteers from four fire departments, an 18-acre prescribed burn at Albany Pine Bush, and a 1.5-acre wildland fire response in Schuyler County caused by railroad equipment. DEC Forest Rangers conducted 362 search and rescue missions and extinguished 202 wildfires in 2025.
Gulf Reef Fish Amendment 62 - Red Grouper Management Measures
NMFS has published Amendment 62 to the Gulf Reef Fish Fishery Management Plan for public comment. The amendment proposes revisions to Gulf red grouper catch limits and sector allocations based on updated scientific information, and would remove the February-March shallow-water grouper recreational seasonal closure in Gulf Federal waters. Comments are due by June 1, 2026.
Pacific Cod Reallocation, Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands
NMFS issued a temporary rule reallocating 930 metric tons of Pacific cod TAC from jig gear vessels to catcher vessels under 60 feet LOA using hook-and-line or pot gear in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands. The action, effective April 2 through December 31, 2026, allows unused jig gear allocation to be harvested by vessels with remaining capacity. This is the third reallocation affecting 2026 Pacific cod quotas established in the March 10, 2026 harvest specifications.
Gulf of Alaska Rockfish Program Cooperative Allocations 2026
NMFS published a temporary rule announcing 2026 Rockfish Program cooperative allocations for the Gulf of Alaska groundfish fishery under the Magnuson-Stevens Act. Allocations are provided for five cooperatives including Pacific Ocean Perch, sablefish, and halibut PSC limits. The rule is effective April 1 through December 31, 2026.
TCEQ Approves Environmental Enforcement Penalties Against 40 Entities
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) approved penalties totaling $1,265,590 against 40 regulated entities for violations of state environmental regulations. Enforcement orders included 12 air quality, 3 industrial wastewater discharges, 1 multi-media, 11 municipal wastewater discharges, 3 petroleum storage tank, and 7 public water system violations under agreed orders, plus 3 default orders for hazardous waste, multi-media, and water quality violations.
OCS Renewable Energy Facilities Information Collection Renewal
The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) is seeking public comment on the renewal of an information collection related to Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) renewable energy facilities under OMB Control Number 1014-0034. The collection is being renewed pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Comments on this information collection request are due June 1, 2026.
FOI Requests Log - Transparency Disclosures
Ofwat published its Q3-Q4 2018 Freedom of Information (FOI) and Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) requests log, documenting 11 information requests received between July and December 2018. The log records request dates, subjects, disclosure outcomes (full, partial, or none), exemptions applied, and response timeframes.
Ohio Muskingum River SO2 Redesignation and Maintenance Plan Approval
The EPA approved Ohio's State Implementation Plan revision for the Muskingum River area, redesignating the 2010 sulfur dioxide nonattainment area and approving its maintenance plan. The rule is effective April 2, 2026, and makes no new federal requirements. EPA Region 5 issued this approval under docket EPA-R05-OAR-2025-0165.
Air Plan Approval Michigan Detroit SO2 Redesignation and Maintenance Plan
EPA Region 5 finalized approval of Michigan's request to redesignate the Detroit nonattainment area for the 2010 Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) to attainment, along with the state's associated maintenance plan. The rule approves the redesignation under Clean Air Act Section 107(d)(3) and becomes effective April 2, 2026. Regulated facilities in the affected area may see changes to permitting requirements as the area transitions from nonattainment to maintenance status.
Ohio Hazardous Waste Program Authorization
The EPA granted Ohio final authorization to operate its hazardous waste management program under RCRA. This authorization permits Ohio to implement its own hazardous waste program, with EPA-R05-RCRA-2025-1675 as the docket number. The authorization affects hazardous waste generators, transporters, and treatment/storage/disposal facilities in Ohio.
Oregon 2024 Vehicle Inspection Program Air Plan Approval
The EPA approved Oregon's 2024 Vehicle Inspection Program updates as a revision to the state's State Implementation Plan under the Clean Air Act. The final rule modifies the vehicle emissions inspection and maintenance program for the Portland and Medford areas. The rule is effective May 4, 2026.
Mojave Desert Air Quality Plan Correction
The EPA issued a correction to the Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District's air quality plan, replacing outdated requirements in the State Implementation Plan under 40 CFR 52. This correction affects the California district under EPA Region 9 oversight and is effective immediately upon publication.
Connecticut New Source Review Permit Program State Plan Approval
The EPA Region 1 approved Connecticut's New Source Review permit program state plan revision under 40 CFR Part 52. This final action allows Connecticut to implement its NSR program for regulating air emissions from new and modified stationary sources. The rule is effective May 4, 2026.
Lead-based paint poisoning prevention for residential structures
The EPA published a final rule under 40 CFR 745 establishing requirements for lead-based paint poisoning prevention in certain residential structures. The rule affects owners, landlords, and contractors engaged in renovation, repair, or painting activities in pre-1978 residential properties. Compliance with EPA's Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program (RRP) standards is required.
Ohio Air Permit Rules Approval
EPA Region 5 approved revisions to Ohio's air permit rules as part of the state's Clean Air Act implementation plan. The rule affects facilities operating under Ohio air permits and modifies the federally approved State Implementation Plan (SIP). The final rule is effective May 4, 2026.
Earth Month Community Cleanups and Spring Services Announcement
The District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment announced 18 Earth Month cleanup events, including the 10th Annual Spring Cleanup on April 25, 2026. DPW expanded food waste collection, launched a recycling partnership with DC Housing Authority, and assumed administration of the Mayor's Office of the Clean City and Adopt a Block program. DDOT released its 2026 Paving Plan covering 81 miles of roads and 40 miles of sidewalks.
Wisconsin Air Plan Approval for 2015 Ozone Standard Chicago Milwaukee Areas
The EPA proposed to approve Wisconsin's Moderate Attainment Plan elements for the 2015 ozone NAAQS for the Chicago and Milwaukee nonattainment areas. The proposed rule opens a 32-day public comment period closing May 4, 2026. This action addresses State Implementation Plan requirements under the Clean Air Act.
Clean Air Act Operating Permit Program Revision; California; Monterey Bay Air Resources District
EPA is proposing to approve revisions to the Clean Air Act Title V Operating Permit Program for the Monterey Bay Air Resources District in California. The revisions update the district's permit program under federal approval requirements. Public comments are being accepted for 32 days.
Finding of Failure to Attain 2006 24-Hour PM2.5 Standards - San Joaquin Valley Error Correction
The EPA proposed an error correction to its finding that the San Joaquin Valley failed to attain the 2006 24-hour PM2.5 national ambient air quality standards. The correction addresses technical or administrative errors in the original finding. The public comment period closes on May 4, 2026.
EPA proposes $346,567 CERCLA settlement Barth-Colburn Realty for Price-Driscoll cleanup
EPA proposes $346,567 CERCLA settlement Barth-Colburn Realty for Price-Driscoll cleanup
CERCLA Settlement - Baghurst Drive Superfund Site, Pennsylvania
The EPA has proposed a CERCLA administrative settlement agreement and order on consent for the Baghurst Drive Superfund Site located in Upper Salford Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. The settlement seeks to resolve liability for potentially responsible parties (PRPs) involved in contamination at the site. The public comment period closes on May 4, 2026.
Chemical Accident Prevention Rule Comment Period Extension
The EPA has extended the public comment period for the proposed rule on Accidental Release Prevention Requirements: Risk Management Programs Under the Clean Air Act, also known as the Common Sense Approach to Chemical Accident Prevention. Comments are now due by May 11, 2026, providing stakeholders an additional 39 days to submit feedback. This extension applies to facilities subject to the Clean Air Act's risk management program requirements.
NAGPRA Inventory Completion - Mark Twain National Forest
The National Park Service published a Notice of Inventory Completion under NAGPRA for Mark Twain National Forest, Missouri. The Forest Service completed inventory of human remains representing at least 9 individuals and 1,008 associated funerary objects across 6 sites (23CY492, 23OR51, 23PU64, 23PU78, 23PH144, and an unnamed site) in Callaway, Oregon, Pulaski, and Phelps Counties. Repatriation of these cultural items to culturally affiliated Indian Tribes may occur on or after May 4, 2026.
NAGPRA Inventory Completion: Florida Department of State Repatriation Notice
The National Park Service published a NAGPRA inventory completion notice for the Florida Department of State regarding human remains and funerary objects from a 39 Magnolia Avenue archaeological site. The inventory identifies two individuals of Native American ancestry and 175 associated funerary objects, with cultural affiliation determined for ten tribal nations including the Seminole Tribe of Florida, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, and others. Repatriation may occur after May 4, 2026.
Museum of Ventura County repatriating cultural item to tribes
The National Park Service published a Notice of Intended Repatriation under NAGPRA for the Museum of Ventura County to repatriate a winnowing basket to the Timbisha Shoshone Tribe. The cultural item, acquired in the 1960s and donated to the museum in 1996, has been determined to be an object of cultural patrimony with ongoing cultural importance to the tribe. Repatriation may occur on or after May 4, 2026.
NAGPRA Intended Repatriation - Hennepin County Library Cultural Item
The National Park Service published notice that Hennepin County Library intends to repatriate one object of cultural patrimony (a wood carved doll donated by Isabel McLaughlin) to the Wyandotte Nation under NAGPRA. The cultural item has ongoing historical, traditional, and cultural importance to Native American groups. Repatriation may occur on or after May 4, 2026.
Exempted Fishing Permit Application for Monkfish Research Set-Aside Days-at-Sea
NMFS Greater Atlantic Region published notice of a complete application from Cornell University Cooperative Extension Marine Program for an Exempted Fishing Permit to conduct FY 2026-2027 monkfish research set-aside fishing. The EFP would exempt participating vessels from monkfish DAS trip limits in Northern and Southern Fishery Management Areas. Public comments are requested by April 17, 2026.
Exempted Fishing Permit Application for Monkfish Research Set-Aside
NMFS Greater Atlantic Region published notice seeking public comments on an Exempted Fishing Permit application from Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen's Alliance. The EFP would allow federally permitted vessels to use monkfish research set-aside days-at-sea without standard trip limits. Comments are due April 17, 2026.
Tilefish Advisory Panel Meeting - Fishery Performance Reports
The National Marine Fisheries Service announces a public meeting of the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council's Tilefish Advisory Panel on April 16, 2026, to discuss recent performance of blueline and golden tilefish commercial and recreational fisheries. The Panel will develop Fishery Performance Reports that will inform 2027-2029 catch and landings limits.
Exempted Fishing Permit Application Skate Wing Fishery Trip Limits
NMFS published notice of an Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP) application from the Commercial Fisheries Research Foundation requesting exemption from skate wing trip limits under 50 CFR 648.322. The project would allow 17 vessels to exceed current possession limits of 4,000 lb (Season 1) and 6,000 lb (Season 2) of skate wings across statistical areas 521, 526, and 537 over 650 trips from May 2026 to April 2027. Public comments are requested by April 17, 2026.
Gulf of America 2026 Red Snapper For-Hire Fishing Season Dates
NMFS announces the 2026 recreational fishing season for red snapper in the Gulf of America exclusive economic zone for the Federal charter vessel/headboat (for-hire) component. The season opens June 1, 2026, and closes at 12:01 a.m. local time on October 26, 2026. The Federal for-hire component ACT is 3,076,322 pounds round weight.
Marine Mammal Incidental Take - Sitka Alaska Modification
NMFS has received a request from the U.S. Coast Guard to modify an Incidental Harassment Authorization for fast response cutter homeporting in Sitka, Alaska. The proposed modification would change the duration, project design, and take estimates for nine species of marine mammals. NMFS is requesting public comments on this proposed modification before making a final decision.
MRIP Fishing Effort Survey OMB Information Collection Request
NOAA Fisheries invites public comment on revisions to the Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP) Fishing Effort Survey under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The survey collects recreational angler catch, effort, and socioeconomic data for fishery management under the Magnuson-Stevens Act. Comments are due June 1, 2026.
Incidental Harassment Authorizations for Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Cutter Homeporting
NMFS issued two consecutive 1-year incidental harassment authorizations to the US Coast Guard (on behalf of the Navy) for marine mammal incidental take during homeporting of Offshore Patrol Cutters at Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island. Year 1 authorization is effective June 1, 2027 through May 31, 2028; Year 2 authorization is effective June 1, 2028 through May 31, 2029.
Aboriginal Subsistence Bowhead Whale Quota for Alaska
NMFS published the aboriginal subsistence whaling quota for bowhead whales assigned to the Alaska Eskimo Whaling Commission (AEWC) for 2026. The quota is set at 93 bowhead whales struck, based on the IWC-established annual limit of 67 plus 33 carry-forward strikes from prior quota blocks. The quota applies to licensed whaling captains under the AEWC and is governed by the Whaling Convention Act and 50 CFR Part 230.
Wild Animal Sanctuary Permit Application for Foreign Endangered Species
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) published a notice of receipt for a permit application to conduct activities with foreign species listed as endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The public comment period closes May 1, 2026. This consultation invites comments on whether the permit should be issued for activities otherwise prohibited under the ESA.
Wild Animal Sanctuary Permit Application - Keenesburg CO
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service received a permit application from a wild animal sanctuary located in Keenesburg, Colorado. The application is being filed for public record purposes under the agency's inert media (IA) tracking system. No new regulatory requirements, fees, or compliance obligations are imposed by this filing.
Fish and Wildlife Service Form 3-2436
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service posted Form 3-2436 to regulations.gov for public access. The form relates to wildlife or biodiversity permitting and reporting requirements administered by FWS. This appears to be a draft form available for review and comment.
Peabody Museum Rockwell Museum complete NAGPRA inventories 2nd Apr
Peabody Museum Rockwell Museum complete NAGPRA inventories 2nd Apr
Marine mammal takes, Homer Harbor float replacement, Alaska
Marine mammal takes, Homer Harbor float replacement, Alaska
Gulf of Alaska Groundfish Harvest Specifications and Rockfish Program Allocations
NMFS published final 2026 and 2027 harvest specifications for Gulf of Alaska groundfish and 2026 Rockfish Program cooperative allocations. The temporary rule establishes species-specific catch limits and cooperative allocations for catcher vessel and catcher/processor cooperatives under the Rockfish Program. Allocations are effective from April 1 through December 31, 2026.
Waste Criminals £67k Confiscation Orders
The Environment Agency secured approximately £67,000 in confiscation orders against the Canner family for operating an illegal waste site at Fen Lane, Long Bennington, Lincolnshire. Following Operation Lord, Judge Steven Coupland ordered Joshua Canner to pay £55,723.21, Paul Canner £8,294.11, and Judith Canner £3,120 at Nottingham Crown Court on 30 March 2026. The three had previously received custodial sentences in June 2024.
EPA announces Clean School Bus Program revamp for youth transport
EPA announces Clean School Bus Program revamp for youth transport
EIA Refinery Capacity Report 2025
The EPA posted the Energy Information Administration's annual Refinery Capacity Report for 2025, a 288-page data compilation covering domestic refinery capacity, utilization rates, and capacity additions/closures. The report provides statistical data on U.S. petroleum refining operations without imposing new regulatory requirements.
BLS Consumer Expenditures 2024 Data Posted
The Environmental Protection Agency posted BLS Consumer Expenditures 2024 data to the regulations.gov docket EPA-HQ-OAR-2024-0505. This is supporting documentation for an ongoing rulemaking proceeding, providing reference data on consumer expenditures.
Proposed Bridger Pipeline - 647-Mile Crude Oil Project Scoping Meetings
The Bureau of Land Management and Montana DEQ announced public scoping meetings for the proposed Bridger Pipeline, a 647-mile crude oil pipeline project transporting 550,000 barrels daily from Phillips County, Montana to Guernsey, Wyoming. Written comments will be accepted at in-person and virtual meetings scheduled April 14-16, 2026.
MediWaste Pyrolysis Facility Solid Waste Management Permit Pahrump NV
The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) is requesting public comment on the draft permit for the MediWaste Pyrolysis Facility, a medical waste processing plant proposed for Pahrump, Nevada. Comments will be accepted during a 30-day public comment period from April 1, 2026 through May 1, 2026. The facility would process medical waste using pyrolysis technology.
Nevada Tire Recycling WTMF Permit Public Comment
The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) is seeking public comment on a proposed solid waste management facility permit for the Nevada Tire Recycling Waste Tire Management Facility in Fallon, Nevada. The 30-day comment period runs from April 1, 2026 through May 1, 2026.
3D Concrete LLC Class II Air Quality Operating Permit Revision
Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) Bureau of Air Pollution Control issued a Notice of Proposed Action for revision of Class II Air Quality Operating Permit AP1442-0823.05 held by 3D Concrete LLC (Dayton Materials). The permit modification is open for public comment from April 1, 2026 through May 1, 2026. Stakeholders may review the draft permit and submit written comments during the 30-day comment period.