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StateRules 9 brought to you by 4 8 2 1 3 6 5 3 7 ARIZONA – NAVAJO NATION TO RUN UIC PROGRAM The EPA has approved the Navajo Nation’s application to administer the underground injection control program for oil- and gas-related injection wells. Under the program, the Navajo Nation may authorize specific waste streams for underground injection, and enforce measures for the protection of underground sources of drinking water through the issuance of permits, inspections, enforcement actions and the EPA’s annual reporting scheme. 1 prehensive statewide stormwater management program targeting all privately owned developments. The program was designed to help clean watersheds throughout the state by requiring owners of large developments to control phosphorus and other pollutants before the stormwater runs off their property. current rules, property regulated under Texas regulations for USTs and ASTs must also comply with the Texas Risk Reduction Program requirements for releases of regulated substances. UTAH – GET READY FOR 2009 TANK TAGS In compliance with the Energy Act of 2005, the Utah DEQ prohibits the delivery, deposit or acceptance of product to an UST that has been determined to be ineligible by DEQ. A list of facilities that no longer have a certificate of compliance and are ineligible to receive fuel is available on the DEQ’s website. MISSOURI – TAXES EASED THROUGH ENERGY AUDITS Being green in Missouri may also be deductable. As authorized under Senate Bill 1181, Gov. Matt Blunt has launched a certified home energy audit program to help families conserve energy and reduce their tax obligation. Under the program, Missouri taxpayers who use the help of a DNR-certified home energy auditor will qualify for a state tax deduction starting with the 2009 tax year. 8 5 CALIFORNIA – OBAMA’S FIRST CHALLENGE Many observers are waiting to see if (and how) President-elect Barack Obama may reverse the EPA’s denial of California’s request to allow the state to issue regulations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles. Under the Clean Air Act, California has the unique right to issue air rules that differ from federal requirements provided the federal EPA grants a waiver. 2 WASHINGTON – GEOTHERMAL LEASING A final programmatic environmental impact statement jointly released by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the National Forest Service (NFS) assesses the direct, indirect and cumulative effects of leasing, exploration and development of geothermal resources in high-priority areas of BLM- and NFS-administered lands in 12 states. 9 OKLAHOMA – E-REPORTING IS A GO The Oklahoma DEQ recently had its electronic reporting system approved by the federal EPA. In order for states that administer federally delegated regulatory programs to accept electronic reporting from regulated sources, or for sources to submit documents directly to the EPA, the state must operate a reporting system that complies with the federal cross-media electronic reporting regulation. 6 KANSAS – REGS FOR WATER RESTORATION PROJECTS The Kansas Conservation Commission recently adopted new regulations to promote the restoration of water supplies by returning an existing water supply structure to safe and efficient functioning.This can include the installation or repair of erosion-control measures and land treatment. 3 This update is provided by Business & Legal Reports Inc., practical EHS publishers since 1977. Find environmental answers and state compliance help online at http://enviro.blr.com or contact BLR at (800) 727-5257. Find links to state environmental agencies on PE's website. Visit www.pollutionengineering.com and click on the Professional Links button on the left. TEXAS – TCEQ LOOKS TO EASE LPST COMPLIANCE The Texas CEQ proposed to amend rules that regulate the assessment and remediation requirements applicable to releases from USTs and ASTs. Under MASSACHUSETTS – NEW STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM 7 4 The Massachusetts DEP recently proposed a com- 58 PLE01094Airg.indd 1 Pollution Engineering JANUARY2009 12/10/08 2:54:47 PM http://enviro.blr.com http://www.pollutionengineering.com

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