As previously reported, US EPA is in the process of revising the TSCA Section 8(a)(7) PFAS Reporting rule. On Monday, the agency released the proposed revision language which includes the ‘typical’ reporting exemptions of the...more
11/13/2025
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In today's rapidly evolving regulatory landscape, companies must stay ahead of emerging state-level environmental regulations that are reshaping the responsibilities of manufacturers, distributors, brand owners, and...more
10/31/2025
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US EPA recently announced the intention to revise the federal universal waste regulatory framework under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) to reflect an increase in valuable wastes from the evolving...more
10/28/2025
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As part of US EPA’s action back in May to (again) delay the reporting period for the TSCA PFAS reporting rule (Rule) the agency also announced that it would use the additional time to consider revisions to the Rule. Last...more
The US EPA reopened its TSCA Section 6(a) rule for Perchloroethylene (PCE) on July 30, 2025. The agency is seeking public comment as part of its reconsideration of the rule until August 29, 2025. In addition to the potential...more
8/15/2025
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US EPA again revised the reporting deadlines for manufacturers and importers of PFAS under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Section 8(a)(7) rule. Like the prior extension, US EPA states that it needs additional time to...more
5/12/2025
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Why Ohio businesses should continue environmental compliance efforts amid federal shifts - During the first Trump administration, federal regulatory policies experienced significant changes under a policy of pro-industry...more