Comment submitted by U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA)
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Summary: The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) supports the EPA's proposed rule to clarify "begin actual construction" definitions, as it allows for parallel construction and permitting timelines. They argue that these changes will reduce regulatory uncertainty, improve capital efficiency, and help avoid project delays for tire manufacturers.
Please see attached comments from USTMA in response to EPA's proposed rule: Begin Actual Construction in the New Source Review (NSR) Preconstruction Permitting Program (EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0618).