Keep Ahead: Monitor State Hazardous Waste Management Program Updates
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. states and territories are responsible for implementing the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), which governs the disposal of solid waste and hazardous waste. Most states have enacted laws and created regulations that are at least as stringent as the federal regulations. RCRA authorizes states to carry out many of the functions of the federal law through their own hazardous waste programs (as well as their state laws) if their programs are approved by the EPA.
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The State Hazardous Waste Management Program plays a critical role in the safe management of hazardous waste and the protection of public health and the environment. Through the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), enacted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), states are empowered to administer their hazardous waste programs, provided they meet or exceed federal standards.
Why Monitoring Matters
Professionals such as environmental educators, nonprofit managers focused on environmental conservation, state agency officials, and grant writers need to stay informed about updates and changes to these programs. Key reasons include:
- Compliance with Federal Rules: Many states operate their programs under federally approved laws. Monitoring updates ensures compliance with mid-cycle amendments or new regulations issued by the EPA or state authorities.
- Strategic Planning: Understanding upcoming policy changes helps foresee industry shifts, which is crucial for preparing grant applications or recommending amendments to existing policies.
- Risk Mitigation: By staying informed, organizations can manage the risk of non-compliance with new regulations, avoiding costly fines or operational disruptions.
- Industry Adaptation: Businesses involved in manufacturing or disposal of hazardous materials need to adjust their operations rapidly in response to new regulations to maintain environmental standards.
Key Stakeholders and Interests
- Manufacturing Industry: Must adapt to regulatory changes in waste management to avoid penalties and minimize environmental risk.
- Environmental NGOs: Require updated information to advocate for stricter or smarter waste management policies.
- State Policymakers: Stay ahead of federal directives to implement efficient local regulations.
- Environmental Consultants: Use updates for advising clients on compliance and best practices.
Recent Trends and Regulatory Impacts
Recent trends suggest a continual tightening of regulations surrounding hazardous waste management, reflecting a broader global emphasis on environmental sustainability. This impacts industries by requiring more sophisticated waste handling and reduction practices.
For example, compliance costs may increase due to stricter monitoring requirements or the necessity for advanced waste processing technology. Conversely, companies adopting early compliance strategies might gain competitive advantages in eco-sensitive markets.
Moreover, state programs evolving beyond federal minimums indicate a proactive stance towards enhanced waste management, which is crucial for maintaining a sustainable ecological footprint.
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- Description: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. states and territories are responsible for implementing the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), which governs the disposal of solid waste and hazardous waste. Most states have enacted laws and created regulations that are at least as stringent as the federal regulations. RCRA authorizes states to carry out many of the functions of the federal law through their own hazardous waste programs (as well as their state laws) if their programs are approved by the EPA.
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Due to the receipt of adverse comments, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is withdrawing the direct final rule "Utah: Final Authorization of State Hazardous Waste Management Program Revisions and Incorporation by Reference," published on Dece...
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Rule | Feb 20, 2025 |
The State of Utah Department of Environmental Quality has applied to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for final authorization of the changes to its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The EPA has...
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Rule | Dec 23, 2024 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to grant authorization to the State of Utah for the changes to its hazardous waste program under the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended, commonly referred to as the Resource Conservation and Re...
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Proposed Rule | Dec 23, 2024 |
This rule codifies in the regulations the prior approval of Texas' hazardous waste management program and incorporates by reference authorized provisions of the State's statutes and regulations. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) uses the regu...
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Rule | Nov 21, 2024 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking direct final action on the authorization of changes to Tennessee's hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), as amended. These changes were outlined in a Decem...
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Rule | Nov 20, 2024 |
Tennessee has applied to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for final authorization of changes to its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), as amended. The EPA has reviewed Tennessee's application and...
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Proposed Rule | Nov 20, 2024 |
On June 26, 2023, North Carolina submitted to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) a complete program revision application seeking authorization of changes to its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), a...
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Rule | Nov 04, 2024 |
The state of West Virginia has applied to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for final authorization of revisions to its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). EPA has determined that the...
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Rule | Sep 30, 2024 |
The state of West Virginia has applied to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for final authorization of revisions to its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). EPA has determined that the...
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Proposed Rule | Sep 30, 2024 |
The Environmental Protection Agency is withdrawing the direct final action, North Carolina: Final Authorization of State Hazardous Waste Management Program Revisions, published on July 15, 2024, which authorized revisions to North Carolina's hazardou...
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Rule | Sep 11, 2024 |
The State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) has applied to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for final authorization of revisions to its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RC...
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Rule | Aug 29, 2024 |
Rhode Island has applied to EPA for final authorization of revisions to its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), as amended. EPA proposes to grant final authorization to Rhode Island for these revisions by...
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Proposed Rule | Aug 29, 2024 |
North Carolina has applied to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for final authorization of changes to its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), as amended. The EPA has reviewed North Carolina's appli...
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Proposed Rule | Jul 15, 2024 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking direct final action on the authorization of changes to North Carolina's hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), as amended. These changes were outlined in a...
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Rule | Jul 15, 2024 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to grant authorization to the State of South Dakota for the changes to its hazardous waste program under the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended, commonly referred to as the Resource Conservatio...
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Proposed Rule | Feb 08, 2024 |
The State of South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources has applied to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for final authorization of the changes to its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act...
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Rule | Feb 08, 2024 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved revisions to Arizona's federally authorized hazardous waste program by publishing proposed and direct final rules in the Federal Register on September 28, 2021. EPA inadvertently omitted a citation t...
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Proposed Rule | Dec 12, 2023 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to grant authorization to the State of Wyoming for the changes to its hazardous waste program under the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended, commonly referred to as the Resource Conservation and...
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Proposed Rule | Sep 25, 2023 |
The State of Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality has applied to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for final authorization of the changes to its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The EPA h...
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Rule | Sep 25, 2023 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to grant authorization to the State of Montana for the changes to its hazardous waste program under the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended, commonly referred to as the Resource Conservation and...
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Proposed Rule | Aug 15, 2023 |