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1. Environmental Federalism Revisited: Second-Order Devolution in Air Quality Regulation.

Author

Woods, Neal D. and Potoski, Matthew

Subjects
*GOVERNMENT policy on air pollution, *AIR quality management, *DECENTRALIZATION in government, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *ENVIRONMENTAL agencies, *GOVERNMENT regulation, *POLICY analysis, *GOVERNMENT policy, CLEAN Air Act (U.S.)
Abstract

In this paper we examine states' use of local clean air agencies and provide a preliminary assessment of what causes states to devolve air quality policy authority to the local level. Data from a unique comparative state survey shows that states vary widely in the number of local clean air agencies they employ and the amount of authority these agencies have to set standards, monitor air quality, and enforce regulations. Multivariate analyses suggest that second-order devolution is partly driven by a general propensity to decentralize policy authority, but that policy-specific factors relating to the problem and interest group environment affect devolution as well. These findings indicate that local agencies play an important role in U.S. air quality regulation, and that the dynamics of state devolution to local agencies deserve further study. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2010
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2. New Mercury Rules Coming.

Subjects
*ENVIRONMENTAL protection, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *GOVERNMENT policy on air pollution, *PUBLIC administration, *WATER, *INTERNATIONAL economic assistance, *GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

The article offers updates related to environmental protection initiatives in the U.S. President Barack Obama and his administration has expressed their intention to strengthen air pollution and mercury policies for the optimization of environmental enforcement. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed implementation of the 1997 8-Hour ozone National Ambient Air Quality standards. The McIlvaine Co. reveals that the $6 billion stimulus package for water industry is expected to improve and expand water infrastructure projects which includes clean and purified water.

Published
2009

3. Approval and Promulgation of Implementation Plans and Operating Permits Program; Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; Administrative Changes.

Author

Enck, Judith A.

Subjects
STATE implementation plans (Air pollution), AIR quality management, GOVERNMENT policy on air pollution, ENVIRONMENTAL policy, GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

The article offers information about a notice of final rule issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding approval and promulgation of air quality implementation plans for Commonwealth of Puerto Rico related to Puerto Rico's Title V Operating Program. It mentions that Puerto Rico Environmental Quality Board had submitted a request to EPA regarding the same. It also states that the rule shall be effective September 28, 2012 onwards.

Published
2012

4. Clean-air pact.

Subjects
*GOVERNMENT policy on air pollution, *AIR quality, *GOVERNMENT policy, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy
Abstract

Reports on the decision of twelve states in the United States to adopt the air pollution standards drafted by California under the federal Clean Air Act. Reason behind the move of the states; States which will adopt the California air standards.

Published
2001

5. EPA goes after 13 additional sources of urban air toxics.

Author

Harrigan, Kate

Subjects
*GOVERNMENT policy on air pollution, *AIR quality management, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

Focuses on the United States Environmental Protection Agency's development of a strategy to further reduce toxic air emissions in hundreds of areas across the country. Emphasis on urban areas where concentrations of air pollutants are especially high; Goal of reducing cancer risks; Establishment of standards for industries.

Published
1999

6. Rulings spark questions on regulatory moves.

Subjects
GOVERNMENT policy on air pollution, COATINGS industry, AIR quality management, ENVIRONMENTAL policy, GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

Focuses on the impact of rulings by a federal court and the United States Environmental Protection Agency to the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) air-pollution regulations affecting coatings in California. Judge Harry Hupp's ruling in a suit involving the SCAQMD's 1994 Air Quality Plan; Comments from industry officials.

Published
1999

7. Factory Farms Get Exemption On Reporting Some Emissions.

Author

Power, Stephen

Subjects
*GOVERNMENT policy on air pollution, *FARMS, *ENVIRONMENTALISTS, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

The article reports on the exemption granted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to large-scale factory farms from a requirement to report emissions of noxious gases caused by animal waste. that handle concentrated animal feeding operations. The rule change announced on December 12, 2008 angered environmentalists and some members of U.S. Congress. The argument used against the rule change is discussed.

Published
2008

8. STATES TO SET NEW EMISSION CURBS.

Author

Szorady, Robert

Subjects
*GOVERNMENT policy on air pollution, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *AIR quality, *GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

Reports on the signing of an agreement between Tennessee, Georgia and North Carolina state governments to develop regional air emission curbs and compliance timetables to reduce growing pollution problems in the Great Smoky Mountains. Air quality protection; Signatories to the agreement.

Published
2001

9. CLINTON ADMINISTRATION RUSHES FLURRY OF ENVIRONMENTAL RULES.

Author

Angelo, William J. and Rubin, Debra

Subjects
*ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *COMBINED sewer overflows, *GOVERNMENT policy on air pollution, *ARSENIC & the environment, *GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

Focuses on environmental rules being pushed by President Bill Clinton's administration before the change in leadership on January 20, 2001. Proposal to curb sanitary sewer overflows; Proposed requirements that would add to clean air restrictions for powerplants and industrial facilities; Rule to limit arsenic in drinking water.

Published
2001

10. EPA sets Meth chloride controls.

Subjects
GOVERNMENT policy on air pollution, CHEMICAL industry, ENVIRONMENTAL policy, GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

Reports on the need for flexible polyurethane manufacturers to control the release of methylene chloride and a number of other air toxics under a final rule published by the United States Environmental Protection Agency. Technology-based standards set by the agency in an October 7, 1998 Federal Register notice; Key provisions of the rule.

Published
1998

11. Florida is first to limit mercury air emissions.

Subjects
*GOVERNMENT policy on air pollution, *ENVIRONMENTAL policy, *INCINERATION, *MERCURY & the environment, *GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

Reports on the approval of mercury emission limits by Florida's Environmental Regulation Commission. Requirements set by regulations; Deadline for different facilities to meet standards; Freedom for incinerator developers to choose their own emission control methods; Specified timetable for scrubberless plants; Plans by other states to set their own standards.

Published
1993

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