♻️EPA Authorizes Alabama's Hazardous Waste Management Revisions
Alabama 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 Alabama's application and has determined, subject to public comment, that these changes satisfy all requirements needed to qualify for final authorization. Therefore, in the "Rules and Regulations" section of this Federal Register, we are authorizing Alabama for these changes as a final action without a prior proposed rule. If we receive no adverse comment, we will not take further action on this proposed rule.
Learn More♻️Alabama's Hazardous Waste Program Authorization and Business Impact
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking direct final action on the authorization of changes to Alabama's hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), as amended. These changes were outlined in a July 11, 2024, application to the EPA. We have determined that these changes satisfy all requirements needed for final authorization.
Learn More🌬️EPA Approves Alabama Air Quality Regulation Changes
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is approving a State Implementation Plan (SIP) revision submitted by the State of Alabama, through the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) on December 20, 2023. The revision modifies the State's air quality regulations as incorporated into the SIP by changing the definition of "volatile organic compounds" (VOC) to be consistent with federal regulations. The revision also addresses typographical errors and increases clarity and consistency with EPA's definitions and Alabama's Legislative Services Agency requirements.
Learn More📅Notice of Business Meeting by Alabama Advisory Committee
Notice is hereby given, pursuant to the provisions of the rules and regulations of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights (Commission) and the Federal Advisory Committee Act that the Alabama Advisory Committee (Committee) will hold a business meeting on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Central time. The Committee will discuss panelist for their upcoming briefings.
Learn More⚡Final Environmental Impact Statement for Alabama Hydroelectric Project
The Department of Energy announces the availability of the Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the R.L. Harris Hydroelectric Project in Alabama. The document evaluates the relicense application using public and agency input, focusing on environmental implications and stakeholder engagement in the decision-making process regarding this energy project.
Learn More📜Troy University Cultural Inventory Completion Notice
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), Troy University has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects and has determined that there is a cultural affiliation between the human remains and associated funerary objects and Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in this notice.
Learn More✈️Proposed Production Activity Notification for Rohr, Inc. in FTZ
Rohr, Inc. has submitted a notification to the Foreign-Trade Zones Board for proposed production activity in Foley, Alabama. The submission details various foreign-status materials intended for use in aircraft production, highlighting potential duty benefits under FTZ regulations and inviting public comment.
Learn More🌬️EPA Proposes Changes to Alabama’s Air Quality Regulations
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve a State Implementation Plan (SIP) revision submitted by the State of Alabama, through the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) on December 20, 2023. The revision modifies the State's air quality regulations as incorporated into the SIP by changing the definition of "volatile organic compounds" (VOC) to be consistent with Federal regulations. The revision also addresses typographical errors and increases clarity and consistency with EPA's definitions and Alabama's Legislative Services Agency requirements.
Learn More⚡Notice of Preliminary Permit for Hydropower Project in Alabama
The Department of Energy announces the acceptance of a preliminary permit application from Warrior Hydro, LLC, to explore the feasibility of a hydropower project at the William Bacon Oliver Lock and Dam in Alabama. This notice encourages public comments and outlines project details, including capacity and infrastructure components, while documenting the procedural requirements for stakeholders.
Learn More🏛️NAGPRA Inventory Completion Notice for Auburn University
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), Auburn University at Montgomery has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects and has determined that there is a cultural affiliation between the human remains and associated funerary objects and Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in this notice.
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