Laws & Regulations

EPA Approves Three New Fluorocarbon Pesticides

"The Trump administration has approved three new pesticides that may be considered “forever chemicals” under an international definition, though the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)  is disputing the characterization."

Source: The Hill, 07/02/2026

EPA Plans Roundtable On “Safety Challenges” Of Paraquat Weed Killer

"The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) said on Tuesday that it will host a roundtable to hear from scientists, farmworkers, community advocates, and others to discuss the “documented safety challenges associated with the chemical,” and explore “potential solutions and alternatives.”"

Source: The New Lede, 07/02/2026

House Committee Sets Vote On Data Center, Grid Bills

"The House Energy and Commerce Committee will vote on bipartisan legislation this week to shield utility customers from the costs associated with data centers, while also advancing legislation aimed at bolstering the nation’s transmission system to meet surging demand."

Source: E&E News, 07/02/2026

U.S. to Overhaul Radiation Safety Rules to Spur Nuclear Expansion

"The Nuclear Regulatory Commission plans to end longstanding guidance that radiation exposure be “as low as reasonably achievable.”"

Source: New York Times, 07/02/2026

Editor Kurt Repanshek: It’s National Parks Traveler’s Final Day

"National parks are full of awe, discovery, and even mystery. ... For the past 21 years, the National Parks Traveler has worked to keep the public informed not only on these aspects of the National Park System but on how the National Park Service and Congress have managed these incredible lands that are owned by the American taxpayers. ... Today, however, the Traveler is suspending operations due to insufficient funding."

Source: National Parks Traveler, 07/01/2026

Okla. Oil Regulators Put Cities' Drinking Water Wells At Risk

"Oklahoma restricts oil field wastewater injection within a half-mile of public water wells to protect against pollution." Regulators have let companies do it anyway for at least 114 wells.

Source: ProPublica, 07/01/2026

Calif. Explosion Scare, Warehouse Fire Raise Hazardous Chemicals Concerns

"The Boyle Heights and Garden Grove emergencies are raising questions about emergency planning, inspections and accountability. The real test of California’s chemical safety system comes after the smoke clears, experts say."

Source: CalMatters, 07/01/2026

Seven Former EPA Workers File Lawsuits Alleging Unjust Firings

"Seven former EPA workers on Tuesday joined a growing list of employees suing the agency after they were fired for signing a public letter critical of the Trump administration."

Source: Bloomberg Environment, 07/01/2026

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