Environment

TCEQ Enforcement Process, Initiation Criteria, and Field Citation Program

TX TCEQ publishes an overview of its enforcement process, describing the phases from violation discovery through enforcement actions including notices of violation, notices of enforcement, and agreed orders. The page links to related policies on enforcement initiation criteria for air, water, and waste violations; field citation procedures offering reduced penalties for eligible violations; evidence protocols for submitting information; and petroleum storage tank certificate revocation procedures.

CFR Correction: Reinstatement of Export Fishery Definition at 50 CFR 216.3

NOAA, via the Office of the Federal Register, has corrected an editorial error in Title 50 CFR by reinstating the definition of "Export fishery" in section 216.3. The definition establishes criteria for classifying foreign commercial fishing operations as export fisheries based on their exports to the US and the likelihood of incidental marine mammal mortality. Unclassified foreign commercial fishing operations are automatically deemed export fisheries until the next List of Foreign Fisheries is published.

NOAA NMFS Proposed Rule 2026-1090

NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has published a proposed rule for public comment, with the comment period closing on May 18. The rulemaking is designated docket NOAA-NMFS-2026-1090. As a proposed rule under the Administrative Procedure Act, this action invites public feedback before any final determination is made. Specific regulatory requirements, affected parties, and compliance obligations will be detailed in the full proposal text.

CARB Permanently Adopts Emergency Vehicle Emissions Regulations Amid Federal Waiver Dispute

The California Air Resources Board permanently adopted Emergency Vehicle Emissions Regulations on March 26, 2026, converting 2025 temporary measures into permanent rules. The regulations clarify that vehicle and engine manufacturers may continue seeking CARB certification under emissions standards that existed before the adoption of Advanced Clean Cars II (ACC II) and Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Omnibus (Omnibus) regulations. California is currently litigating in court to challenge the federal government's purported disapproval of waivers for the newer regulations. Manufacturers may also voluntarily comply with ACC II and Omnibus requirements for additional regulatory certainty.

HVIP Surpasses $1 Billion for Clean Trucks and Buses

The California Air Resources Board announced on April 2, 2026 that its Clean Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) has delivered more than $1 billion in funding to California fleets, supporting more than 2,000 fleets and enabling the deployment of 11,600 clean vehicles accumulating 181 million miles statewide. The program, administered by CALSTART on behalf of CARB and launched in 2009, continues to accept applications through participating dealers with funding remaining available.

Spring Events Planned at Kansas City Area State Parks

Missouri Division of State Parks announces two volunteer events on Saturday, April 25, 2026: a cleanup volunteer day at Knob Noster State Park from 9 a.m. to noon, and Park Day at Battle of Lexington State Historic Site from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. focused on preparing grounds for a new hiking trail. The Park Day event is sponsored by the American Battlefield Trust as part of a nationwide initiative promoting volunteerism at historic battlefields, with lunch provided for participants at Battle of Lexington.

Earth Day Community Event at Mastodon State Historic Site, April 22

Missouri State Parks announces a free Earth Day Community Event at Mastodon State Historic Site on April 22, 2026, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at 1800 Seckman Road in Imperial. The event will feature recycling stations for electronics, paint, cardboard, and medical equipment, along with interactive booths on environmental stewardship, conservation, and watershed protection. No compliance obligations or mandatory actions are associated with this announcement.

Moldova Joins EEA Network as Cooperating Country

The EEA Management Board formally endorsed the Republic of Moldova as a cooperating country on 19 March 2026, making it the seventh cooperating country of the EEA alongside Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, and Kosovo. Moldova joins the Eionet network of 39 countries, enabling participation in shared environmental data, assessments, and capacity-building activities. The cooperation begins with an onboarding and diagnostic phase from 2026 to 2028.

Low-Intensity Grazing Critical for EU Protected Habitats

The EEA published a briefing on 15 April 2026 finding that one in three habitats protected under EU law depends on low-intensity grazing. Approximately 10-15% of the EU-27's total ruminant livestock (cattle, sheep and goats)—corresponding to around 7.8 million animals—would be sufficient to manage the 35 million hectares of grazing-dependent protected habitats. The number of extensive and mixed-livestock farms declined by more than 70% between 2010 and 2020, increasing the risk of habitat abandonment.

EU Cuts Greenhouse Gas Emissions 40% Since 1990, 2024 Decline

The European Union's greenhouse gas emissions fell a further 3% between 2023 and 2024, bringing the EU's total emission reductions to 40% below 1990 levels, according to official EU data submitted to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and an EEA analysis published on 15 April 2026. Over the last 34 years, the decline in net domestic emissions was driven by a larger share of renewable energy, less carbon-intensive fossil fuels, improved energy efficiency, and structural economic changes, with almost all Member States contributing to the reductions.

NOAA Fisheries Seeks Public Comment on Alaska Aquaculture Opportunity Areas PEIS

NOAA Fisheries filed a Notice of Intent to prepare a Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement identifying Aquaculture Opportunity Areas in Alaska state waters. The 45-day public scoping period closes on May 28, 2026. The PEIS will assess impacts across 13,031 acres identified as suitable for shellfish and seaweed aquaculture across Southeast, Southcentral, and Southwest Alaska. Two virtual public scoping meetings are scheduled for April 22 and April 28, 2026.

Celebrating Earth Day with NOAA Fisheries

NOAA Fisheries published a feature story celebrating Earth Day on April 20, 2026, highlighting various marine conservation and habitat restoration initiatives across the United States. The article profiles multiple projects including a $9.4 million Indian River Lagoon restoration effort in Florida with 15 projects across the estuary, ocean glider monitoring in Hawaii, and citizen science angler tagging programs. The piece also covers muskegon Lake restoration in the Great Lakes, sea turtle protection via turtle excluder devices, Alaska ocean forecasting, and the first documented bowhead whale sighting in Southeast Alaska.

Dr. Nancy Foster Habitat Conservation Award Nominations Open Until June 1, 2026

NOAA's Office of Habitat Conservation has opened the nomination period for the 2026 Dr. Nancy Foster Habitat Conservation Award. Nominations will be accepted until June 1, 2026. Eligible nominees must reside in the United States or a U.S. territory and have demonstrated exceptional achievement in marine, coastal, or riverine habitat conservation.

EPA DEET Joint Venture Meeting Minutes

EPA's Office of Pesticide Programs convened the DEET Joint Venture Meeting on March 17 to discuss regulatory and scientific matters related to DEET, the widely-used insect repellent active ingredient. The meeting document is available for download from Regulations.gov.

EPA Seeks Comments on Google Experimental Use Permit for Wolbachia Aedes Albopictus Release in NJ, CA, FL

EPA has received Experimental Use Permit application 92643-EUP-E from Google LLC requesting authorization to release Debug albo male mosquitoes (Wolbachia pipientis wPip strain) for population suppression of Aedes albopictus in New Jersey, California, and Florida over multiple years. EPA has determined the application may be of regional and national significance and is seeking public comments. In 2026, up to 16,000,000 mosquitoes are proposed for release over 800 acres in New Jersey, expanding to all three states in 2027-2028.

Drought and Earliest Snowmelt Challenge Rio Grande Water Operations

The Bureau of Reclamation released its annual operating plans for the Rio Grande and Pecos River on April 16, 2026, highlighting severe drought conditions with the earliest snowmelt on record and critically low reservoir storage. Most reservoirs along the Rio Chama and Rio Grande are holding less than 15% of capacity, including Heron Reservoir at 11%, El Vado at 13%, and Elephant Butte at 13%. Snow water equivalent was just 4% of median for the Rio Chama Basin and 13% for Rio Grande headwaters as of mid-April. The San Acacia reach of the Rio Grande dried on March 27 — the earliest date in three decades. Irrigation releases are scheduled to begin from Elephant Butte Reservoir around 8 a.m. on April 28 and from Caballo Reservoir on May 29, with the public advised to exercise caution around fluctuating river channels.

Bureau of Reclamation Announces $6.3 Million for 10 Tribal Water Projects

The Bureau of Reclamation announced $6.3 million in technical assistance to 10 tribal water projects across western states through its Native American Affairs Technical Assistance Program. Recipients include Swinomish Indian Tribal Community ($1M), Spirit Lake Tribe ($1M), Mesa Grande Band of Mission Indians ($998,870), Upper Skagit Indian Tribe ($966,817), Nambe Pueblo ($959,561), Inter Tribal Council Inc. ($675,000), San Carlos Apache Tribal Council ($321,179), Kaibab Band of Paiute Indians ($219,842), Fort Sill Apache Tribe ($108,512), and Iipay Nation of Santa Ysabel ($60,951).

USBR Announces Emergency Colorado River Drought Operations to Stabilize Lake Powell

The Bureau of Reclamation announced emergency drought response actions on April 17, 2026, as Colorado River system storage fell to approximately 36 percent of capacity with the lowest snowpack on record. Reclamation plans to release 660,000 acre-feet to 1 maf from Flaming Gorge Reservoir from April 2026 through April 2027 and reduce Lake Powell annual releases by 1.48 maf to stabilize the reservoir above the 3,490-foot minimum power pool level by August 2026. These coordinated measures are expected to raise Lake Powell elevation by approximately 54 feet to at least 3,500 feet by April 2027, while acknowledging up to 40 percent reduction in Hoover Dam hydropower capacity as a downstream consequence.

Red Door Management LLC Proposed Consent Order - South Creek Office Warehouse

VA DEQ has proposed a consent order against Red Door Management, LLC for violations of State Water Control Board statutes and regulations and the applicable permit at the South Creek Office Warehouse project in Powhatan County, Virginia. The proposed order is open for public comment from April 20, 2026 through May 20, 2026. Contact Cara Witte at the DEQ Piedmont Regional Office for information or to submit comments.

Charles City County Hideaway Sewage Treatment Plant Consent Order

An enforcement action has been proposed for Charles City County for violations of State Water Control Board statutes and regulations and applicable permits at the Hideaway Sewage Treatment Plant facility located in Charles City, Virginia. The proposed Consent Order is available for public review, with comments accepted from April 20, 2026 through May 20, 2026. Contact for the matter is Cara Witte at the DEQ Piedmont Regional Office.

Massachusetts Outdoor Recreation Economy $14.6B, 6.9% Growth, 108K Jobs

Massachusetts led the U.S. in outdoor recreation economic growth at 6.9% in 2024, generating $14.6 billion in value added and supporting 108,000 jobs, according to BEA data. Key activities driving growth included shooting and archery (up 17%), recreational flying (up 25%), and guiding and outfitting (up 12%), while the state's overall growth outpaced the national average of 2.8%. The Massachusetts Office of Outdoor Recreation, launched in 2023, collaborated with agencies and private partners to promote outdoor activities across the state.

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park Opens with Ribbon Cutting, 4,871 Acres, 15,000+ Visitors

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park officially opened April 10 with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by Governor Greg Abbott, Secretary of State Jane Nelson, and other state officials. The 4,871-acre park, located between Abilene and the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, opened to the public March 1 and welcomed more than 15,000 visitors in its first month of operation. Funding included $10 million in private philanthropy raised by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation, along with legislative appropriations, Sporting Goods Sales Tax, and federal funding.

Galveston Bay Oyster Harvest Area TX-1 Closing April 21

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is closing oyster harvest area TX-1 in Galveston Bay to both commercial and recreational oyster harvest starting at 12:01 a.m. on April 21, 2026. The closure is triggered by sampling data showing a low abundance of legal-sized oysters (three inches or greater) falling below TPWD-established criteria thresholds. TPWD will continue monitoring all closed harvest areas and will reopen them when they meet the required abundance thresholds.

TPWD Closing Oyster Harvesting Areas TX-7 Galveston Bay and TX-20 Matagorda Bay

TPWD is closing oyster harvesting area TX-7 in Galveston Bay and TX-20 in Matagorda Bay to commercial and recreational oyster harvest. TX-7 will close beginning 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, April 14, 2026, and TX-20 will close 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The closures are based on samples collected by TPWD showing low abundance of legal-sized oysters (three inches or greater).

49 Public Land Leases Approved; Marine Invasive Species Program Rulemakings Adopted

The California State Lands Commission adopted two Marine Invasive Species Program rulemakings: a $225 increase to the per-vessel voyage fee (the first such increase since 2017) and a new requirement for vessels carrying freshwater or low-salinity ballast water to exchange it at sea before discharging, affecting approximately 24 vessel arrivals annually. The Commission simultaneously authorized 49 public land leases, a lease to PG&E for electrical conduit installation under the Eel River, beach nourishment at three Los Angeles County beaches, and a wetland habitat lease to Suisun City.

PG&E Rio Dell Feeder 352395524 Project, Marin County, Adopted

The California State Lands Commission adopted the Final Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for Pacific Gas & Electric Company Rio Dell Feeder 352395524 Project on April 7, 2026. The project, located in coastal Marin County, involves pipeline infrastructure maintenance on state sovereign lands and was reviewed under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Do Not Drink Order Issued for City of Sylvia, Reno County

KDHE has issued a Do Not Drink Order for the City of Sylvia public water supply system in Reno County, effective April 17, 2026, due to a water line break causing loss of pressure and risk of bacterial contamination combined with elevated nitrate levels in parts of the distribution system. The advisory prohibits residents from boiling tap water (which concentrates nitrates), ingesting or cooking with tap water, and giving tap water to infants up to six months. Only KDHE can rescind the order after certified laboratory testing confirms safe water quality.

PacifiCorp Residential Rate Increase of $5.64 Monthly Effective April 2026

The Oregon Public Utility Commission has approved rate adjustments for PacifiCorp residential customers effective April 1, 2026. The combined effect of the power cost adjustment (2024 true-up) and other routine filings is expected to increase a typical residential customer's monthly bill by about $5.64 or 4.1%. The adjustment incorporates wind farm costs displacing more expensive power and updated Energy Trust of Oregon funding. Residential rate changes were delayed until April 1 under HB 3179 (FAIR Act) to avoid winter heating season impacts. PacifiCorp serves over 650,000 customers in Oregon.

PacifiCorp Residential Rates Rise $4.29 Monthly

The Oregon Public Utility Commission has approved rate adjustments for PacifiCorp residential customers effective April 1, 2026. The combined effect of the 2024 power cost adjustment and other routine filings is expected to increase the typical residential customer's monthly bill by about $4.29, or 2.9%. Residential rate changes were delayed until April 1 under House Bill (HB) 3179, the FAIR Act, which prevents residential rate increases during the winter heating season (Nov. 1-March 31).

PGE Residential Rates Increase $7.97 Monthly, 5%, April 1

The Oregon Public Utility Commission has approved rate adjustments for Portland General Electric residential customers, effective April 1, 2026. The combined impact of the annual power cost adjustment and other rate-related filings is expected to increase the typical residential customer's monthly bill by about $7.97 or 5%, affecting PGE's nearly 850,000 residential customers in Oregon. The adjustments reflect an all-party agreement among PUC staff, PGE, and consumer advocates, incorporating updated fuel and power cost forecasts, storm-related expense recovery, and investments in the electric distribution system.

Goleta West Sanitary District Fined $1.55M for Sewage Spill

Goleta West Sanitary District will pay $1.55 million in administrative civil liability following a February 2024 sewage spill that discharged over 1 million gallons of raw wastewater from a 24-inch force main near the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport into a tributary to Tecolotito Creek, the Goleta Slough State Marine Conservation Area, and the Pacific Ocean. The settlement, approved in a 3-2 vote by the Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board, is the largest penalty ever approved by the regional board for a single discharge event. The district will satisfy the penalty by funding a four-year safe drinking water pilot program testing approximately 100 wells and installing treatment or replacement water supplies for households with impaired wells in Santa Barbara County.

Delta-Mendota Subbasin Returns to DWR; Small Pumper Exclusions Set

The California State Water Resources Control Board on April 7, 2026 removed the Delta-Mendota Subbasin from state intervention, returning oversight to the Department of Water Resources after its 23 groundwater agencies successfully unified their sustainability plans. In the Tule and Tulare Lake subbasins, pumpers extracting 20 acre-feet or less annually—approximately 3,000 small extractors—are excluded from state fees and reporting, as their withdrawals represent less than 2% of total groundwater pumped. All remaining pumpers in those subbasins, approximately 3,360 entities extracting over 98% of groundwater, must report pumping volumes by May 1, 2026 and pay associated fees.

CA Water Board Releases Draft Sites Reservoir Decision for Public Comment

The California State Water Resources Control Board released for public comment a draft water right decision and associated permit for the proposed Sites Reservoir, a 1.5 million acre-feet off-stream storage facility located 65 miles northwest of Sacramento in Glenn and Colusa counties. The draft permit conditions include limiting annual diversions to 986,000 acre-feet, aligning with Bay-Delta watershed planning processes, and establishing operating criteria to protect fisheries. The 60-day comment period closes May 22, 2026.

DEQ and OHA Address Elevated Air Toxics Risk from Southeast Portland Aluminum Coating Facility

Oregon DEQ and OHA addressed elevated TCE (trichloroethylene) emissions from Electro-Chem Metal Finishing in Southeast Portland's Brooklyn, Creston-Kenilworth, and Reed neighborhoods. DEQ air quality modeling found TCE emissions from the company's vapor degreasing process were many times higher than Oregon's Cleaner Air Oregon health-based risk levels for short-term exposure. After DEQ alerted the company on April 17, 2026, Electro-Chem agreed to immediately stop using TCE and will transfer remaining stock to hazardous waste drums within 30 days. OHA assessed long-term health risk from past exposure as low, but identified concern for potential developmental cardiac effects in first-trimester pregnancies; pregnant persons near the facility are encouraged to contact healthcare providers.

Public Comment NOAA Endangered Anadromous Fish Rule

NOAA Fisheries opened a public comment period via regulations.gov for a proposed rule concerning endangered anadromous fish species. The comment form allows individuals, organizations, or anonymous submitters to submit feedback for the administrative record. The comment period provides an opportunity for stakeholders to voice support, concerns, or alternative recommendations regarding the proposed measure.

Reopens Comment on Hatchery Plan for Seven Salmon Programs in Skokomish River Basin

NMFS has reopened the public comment period for a Proposed Evaluation and Pending Determination (PEPD) on a Hatchery and Genetics Management Plan (HGMP) covering seven salmon hatchery programs in the Skokomish River basin, Washington. The programs, operated by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife with the Skokomish Indian Tribe and Tacoma Power Utility, would rear and release fall Chinook salmon, spring Chinook salmon, fall chum salmon, sockeye salmon, coho salmon, and steelhead. Comments must be submitted by 5 p.m. Pacific time on May 13, 2026.

Kansas Lake Blue-Green Algae Advisories Issued

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued public health advisories due to blue-green algae for four Kansas lakes. King Lake in Lyon County and Lake Afton in Sedgwick County are under Warning status, while Frontenac City Lake (Southeast Pond) in Crawford County and Council Grove City Lake in Morris County are under Watch status. The water recreation season in Kansas runs from April 1 to October 31, and Kansans are advised to avoid contact with suspicious water and keep pets away from affected areas.

Louisiana Envirothon 2026 Competition Results Announced

The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) announced results of the 2026 Louisiana Envirothon competition held March 11 at the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens at Burden. The first-place team Eco Owls from Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy will represent Louisiana at the National Conservation Foundation Envirothon in Starkville, Mississippi in July. The competition topic was 'Nonpoint Source Pollution: It Begins at Home' and included teams from across Louisiana competing in aquatics, forestry, soils, and wildlife.

LDEQ Lists Earth Day 2026 Events Across Louisiana

The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) published a listing of Earth Day 2026 celebrations and community events scheduled statewide from April 17 to April 26. The 2026 Earth Day theme is 'Our Power, Our Planet.' Events include BREC's BioBlitz at Blackwater Conservation Area, the Love the Boot Week litter-removal initiative organized by Keep Louisiana Beautiful, and Earth Day celebrations in Lake Charles, Monroe, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Lacombe, Shreveport, Donaldsonville, Ruston, and Pearl River. This is an informational public-awareness announcement from a state environmental agency; it creates no compliance obligations for regulated entities.

Burn of Carron Pollution Incident, Dead Fish Near Aberlour

SEPA is investigating a pollution incident on the Burn of Carron near Aberlour that resulted in dead fish after white discoloration and a turpentine-like odour were reported on 14 April 2026. Officers traced the pollution source to a layby on the A95; the burn and River Spey are now running clear. The investigation assessing ecological impacts is ongoing with support from NatureScot and the Spey Fishery Board. SEPA is requesting public information on the incident via phone or online reporting.

Jamaican Kite Swallowtail Endangered Species Listing Proposal

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposes listing the Jamaican Kite Swallowtail (Papilio homerus) as an endangered species under the Endangered Species Act. The butterfly, endemic to Jamaica, faces threats from habitat loss, climate change, and a restricted range. The proposal opens a public comment period and may trigger critical habitat designation if finalized.

Blue Kite Swallowtail Conservation Plan, Portland Bight

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service published the Blue Kite Swallowtail Conservation Plan for the Portland Bight region. The plan outlines conservation strategies and recovery measures for the endangered butterfly species. The document is available for download from regulations.gov.

Supporting Literature for Jamaican Kite Swallowtail Endangered Species Action

The Fish and Wildlife Service posted supporting literature on regulations.gov as part of an endangered species action concerning the Jamaican Kite Swallowtail (Papilio homerus), a butterfly species. The document provides background materials related to the species status review or listing consideration. No compliance obligations, deadlines, or penalties are stated.

Jamaican Blue Kite Swallowtail Species Status Assessment v1.3

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service published Species Status Assessment v1.3 for the Jamaican Blue Kite Swallowtail (Graiusiagoz), evaluating the butterfly's population, habitat, and conservation needs. The document provides biological and ecological information used to inform potential Endangered Species Act listing determinations. This is an internal assessment document available for public reference on Regulations.gov.

Google EUP for Wolbachia pipientis in Aedes Albopictus

EPA received application 92643-EUP-E from Google LLC for an experimental use permit to release Wolbachia pipientis wPip strain contained in live adult Aedes albopictus male mosquitoes for population suppression. The Agency determined the application may be of regional and national significance and is seeking public comments. Comments must be received on or before May 20, 2026.

Virginia Air Quality Permit Amendment for GP Big Island Pulp Mill

The EPA is approving a Virginia state implementation plan revision for the GP Big Island pulp and paper mill facility in Bedford County, VA. The revision lowers permitted emission limits for PM10, SO2, and NOx at the Number 5 Power Boiler and removes coal-related permit conditions. Simultaneously, the EPA is removing the October 5, 2012 amended BART permit from the Virginia SIP.

Wisconsin River at Major Flood Stage, Crest at 21 Feet

The Wisconsin DNR issued an emergency advisory on April 16, 2026, reporting that the Wisconsin River at Portage reached 19.85 feet (major flood stage) as of 12:45 p.m. and is expected to crest at 21.0 feet on April 17 at 7 a.m. The department is actively monitoring the Caledonia-Lewiston Levee for areas of concern and failure, while Pine Island State Wildlife Area has been closed and access to affected areas is being limited. Sandbags and sand are available to the public at Columbia County Highway Shop (338 West Old Highway 16, Wyocena) and the former Public Works Garage (616 Washington Street, Portage). Road closures are in effect throughout Columbia County, and the public is urged to avoid levee areas and low-lying regions along the river.

$21,500 Penalty Against Pittsfield Power Plant for Air Permit Emissions Violations

MassDEP has issued a $21,500 penalty to Pittsfield Generating Company, LP, for exceeding hourly nitrogen oxide emission limits twice in July 2025 and hourly ammonia emission limits once in December 2025 at its facility at 235 Merrill Road in Pittsfield. Under a consent order, the company agreed to pay the penalty and conduct operating training to prevent recurrence of violations. The company has since initiated corrective actions.

NOAA-NMFS-2025-0669 Environmental Assessment and Regulatory Impact Review

NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service published an Environmental Assessment (EA), Regulatory Impact Review (RIR), and Initial Regulatory Flexibility Analysis (IRFA) for a proposed fisheries management action. The document was received on April 17, 2025, under docket NOAA-NMFS-2025-0669. The assessment evaluates the economic and environmental implications of the proposed action, including impacts on small entities under the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

NOAA NMFS Final Environmental Assessment NOAA-NMFS-2025-0372

NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service issued a Final Environmental Assessment (EA) for docket NOAA-NMFS-2025-0372 on April 17, 2025. The document was posted to Regulations.gov as a completed NEPA assessment. No compliance obligations, deadlines, or penalties are stated in the available record.