EPA proposes rule letting states set public comment periods for air permits

The Trump administration is considering changes to EPA rules that would allow states to determine public engagement requirements for air pollution permits, potentially easing approval timelines for data centers and other energy-intensive fa

First covered Jul 23, 2026 · 4:00 AM PT · 1 article

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Coverage

4h Wired Science The Trump Administration Wants to Change Public Engagement Rules for Polluters — The EPA has proposed a rule change that would let states decide how much input the public has on air pollution permits.

Primary sources

ecfr.gov 40 CFR 51.161 -- Public availability of information.