EPAFinal Rule
OK012.27 New Source Performance Standards: Delegation of Authority to Oklahoma, Final Rule, 5 pages
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Summary
The EPA is allowing Oklahoma to take over responsibility for enforcing air pollution rules for new industrial facilities and major equipment upgrades. This means Oklahoma state officials will now review and approve pollution control plans for large industrial projects instead of the federal EPA.
Key Points
- 1Oklahoma gains authority to enforce federal air quality standards for new and modified industrial sources within the state
- 2Industrial facilities must still meet the same federal pollution limits, but Oklahoma regulators will review applications instead of EPA
- 3This delegation applies to large emission sources like power plants, refineries, and manufacturing facilities that could significantly pollute the air
- 4Oklahoma must show it has adequate staff and resources to properly review and enforce these rules
- 5The change streamlines the approval process by reducing federal oversight while maintaining the same environmental protection requirements
Impact Assessment
If you are a manufacturer or energy company in Oklahoma, this means state officials will now review and approve your pollution control plans for new facilities instead of federal EPA officials, potentially streamlining the permitting process.
Impact Level
Moderate
Geographic Scope
State-specific
Compliance Cost
Minimal
Who is Affected
ManufacturersEnergy CompaniesState Governments
Key Dates
Published
December 18, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Authorized By
Amends CFR Sections
40 CFR Part 60
Other Documents in This Rulemaking (EPA-R06-OAR-2010-0580)
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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