Begin Actual Construction in the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program

Emily Rich, a private individual, opposes the proposed changes to the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program. She argues that the proposal could reduce public oversight and that major construction should not begin without a thorough review and approval of final air permits to protect public health and the environment.

Mary Ricketts, representing Friends of the Earth, opposes the proposed revisions to the New Source Review (NSR) air permitting regulations. She argues that allowing construction to begin before permits are issued will undermine public input and allow harmful projects, such as large data centers, to proceed without proper vetting.

Marc David, a private individual, opposes the EPA's proposal to redefine "begin actual construction" in the New Source Review process. He argues that the change would allow companies to start construction before public review, making it harder for communities to oppose new pollution sources and potentially harming public health in already overburdened areas.

The NAACP Center for Environmental and Climate Justice urges the EPA to reject the proposed rule, arguing that it allows developers to begin construction before obtaining necessary air pollution permits. They contend that this change weakens Clean Air Act safeguards, creates "sunk-cost" risks for regulators, and disproportionately harms frontline and low-income communities.

B Pearson, a private citizen, opposes the proposed rule because it allows developers to begin construction before environmental and public health impacts are evaluated. The commenter argues that the proposal bypasses clean air safeguards, reduces public participation, and prioritizes corporate convenience over community health.

Hannah Hecox expresses support for maintaining rigorous air permitting processes and comprehensive environmental assessments before construction begins. She argues that these protections are essential for public health and ensuring communities are informed about potential pollution from industrial projects.

Markell McCubbin, representing Salt Lake Arts Academy, opposes the proposed changes to the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program. The commenter argues that the EPA should maintain stringent permitting safeguards to ensure thorough environmental and public health reviews before construction begins.

Kerry McQuaid, a metallurgical and materials engineering professional, opposes amendments to the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program that would allow construction to begin before air permits are fully approved. The commenter argues for maintaining stringent requirements to ensure public health, environmental impact, and climate considerations are thoroughly reviewed before major projects commence.

Emily Moran, a private individual, opposes the proposed action to begin construction before final air permit approval. She argues that maintaining robust New Source Review requirements is essential for protecting public health and ensuring community awareness of environmental impacts before projects proceed.

RJ Adler of Adler Accounting opposes the proposed action to begin construction before preconstruction permits are finalized. The commenter argues that stringent air permit protocols and public oversight are essential to protect community health and environmental safeguards before major projects commence.