Air Quality State Implementation Plans; Approvals and Promulgations: Maryland; Clean Data Determination for the Baltimore, MD Nonattainment Area for the 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards
Summary
The EPA is proposing to officially recognize that the Baltimore area has improved its air quality enough to meet federal ozone pollution standards set in 2015. This means the region has successfully reduced smog and air pollution to acceptable levels, which improves public health by reducing breathing problems and other pollution-related illnesses.
Key Points
- 1Baltimore has demonstrated that ozone levels in the area now meet the EPA's 2015 air quality standards
- 2This determination recognizes progress made through Maryland's air quality improvement plan and pollution reduction efforts
- 3Better air quality in Baltimore means fewer health problems like asthma, especially for children and elderly residents
- 4The EPA is accepting public comments on this proposal until February 24, 2026, before making a final decision
- 5If approved, this change reduces some regulatory requirements that were in place to help the area meet pollution standards
Key Dates
January 23, 2026
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