Air Quality State Implementation Plans; Approvals and Promulgations: Indiana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period; Extension of Comment Period
Summary
Indiana is proposing a plan to reduce air pollution and haze in the state as part of a federal requirement to improve visibility, especially at national parks and scenic areas. The EPA is accepting public comments on this plan through August 19, 2025, and any feedback could influence how Indiana cleans up its air.
Key Points
- 1Indiana must submit a plan explaining how it will reduce air pollution that causes haze and reduces visibility in scenic areas
- 2This is the second phase of a long-term federal program requiring states to gradually improve air quality over many years
- 3The public has until August 19, 2025 to submit comments and concerns about Indiana's proposed plan to the EPA
- 4The plan likely affects power plants, factories, and other major pollution sources in Indiana that contribute to haze
- 5Better air quality and visibility improves public health and protects natural landscapes for recreation and tourism
Impact Assessment
If you are an Energy Company or Manufacturer in Indiana, this means you may need to implement pollution control measures or modify operations to meet new air quality standards, which could increase operational costs.
State-specific
Significant
Key Dates
July 16, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Final approval of the Indiana Regional Haze SIP revision for the Second Implementation Period
Public comment period extension - Proposed approval of the Indiana Regional Haze SIP Revision for the Second Implementation Period
Proposed approval of the Indiana Regional Haze SIP Revision for the Second Implementation Period
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