SB 262
DEP rule relating to cross-state air pollution to control annual nitrogen oxides emissions, annual sulfur dioxide emissions, and ozone season nitrogen oxides emissions
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Bill overview
This bill authorizes the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to create a new rule (45 CSR 43) aimed at managing air pollution from sources that travel across state lines. Specifically, the rule will focus on regulating emissions of nitrogen oxides and sulfur dioxide, as well as nitrogen oxides during ozone season. The goal is to control these pollutants and improve air quality in West Virginia.
Key provisions
- Establishes a new rule (45 CSR 43) for managing air pollution.
- Targets annual nitrogen oxides emissions.
- Addresses annual sulfur dioxide emissions.
- Regulates nitrogen oxides emissions during ozone season.
- Authorizes the DEP to implement the rule.
Who is affected
- West Virginia residents
- Businesses operating in West Virginia
- The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection
- Sources of cross-state air pollution
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