Legislation

EPA Proposes Indiana VOC RACT Alternative Control Rule

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a rule to approve an alternative control rule for Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) Reasonably Available Control Technology (RACT) in Indiana. This proposed rule is open for public comment until March 30, 2026.

EPA Proposes Clean Data Determination for Cleveland Ozone Area

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed a clean data determination for the Cleveland, Ohio area concerning the 2015 ozone standard. This action is part of the EPA's air plan approval process for Ohio. The public comment period for this proposed rule closes on March 30, 2026.

EPA Adds PFAS to Toxics Release Inventory

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is adding certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) beginning with the 2026 reporting year. This final rule mandates reporting for facilities that manufacture, process, or otherwise use these chemicals.

EPA Proposes Ohio SIP Approval for VOC/NOX RACT

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed approval of Ohio's State Implementation Plan (SIP) revisions concerning Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) and Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) Reasonably Available Control Technology (RACT). This proposal includes source-specific RACT requirements and SIP strengthening measures for Ohio.

EPA Extends 2025 GHG Reporting Deadline

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has extended the deadline for reporting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for the 2025 reporting year. Facilities now have until October 30, 2026, to submit their reports, an extension from the original deadline.

Gender Recognition (Disclosure of Information) Order 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Gender Recognition (Disclosure of Information) (England) Order 2026, effective March 20, 2026. This order permits authorized disclosure of protected information for a specific data linkage study related to gender identity services and revokes a previous order from 2022.

NHTSA Automated Vehicle Safety Public Meeting

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a public meeting on automated vehicle safety to be held on March 10, 2026. The meeting aims to gather input on the safety aspects of automated driving systems. Registration is required by March 5, 2026.

NHTSA Seeks Comments on Drive-Mode Design Best Practices

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking public comments on best practices for drive-mode design. This notice initiates a 45-day comment period, allowing stakeholders to provide input on the agency's information collection activities related to this topic.

NHTSA Motorcycle Helmet Labeling ICR Submitted to OMB

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has submitted an Information Collection Request (ICR) concerning motorcycle helmet labeling to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. The agency is seeking public comment on the proposed collection of information.

Goodyear Petition for Inconsequential Noncompliance

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has received a petition from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company seeking a decision of inconsequential noncompliance. The agency is seeking public comments on this petition, with a deadline of March 26, 2026.