Begin Actual Construction in the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program
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- Title
- Begin Actual Construction in the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program
Federal Register for Wednesday, May 13, 2026 (91 FR 26958) (FRL-12757-01-OAR)
- Posted
- May 13, 2026
- Comment period
- May 13, 2026 – Jun 30, 2026
- FR Doc
- 2026-09524
- CFR
- 40 CFR Parts 49, 51, and 52
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| Organization | Air quality and health impacts | Data center environmental impacts | Public participation and permitting | Public participation in permitting | Entrenchment of projects before permitting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Adler Accounting BusinessOppose RJ Adler of Adler Accounting opposes the proposed action to begin construction before preconstruction permits are finali | · | · | |||
BRAD DAWBER PHOTOGRAPHY BusinessSupport Brad Dawber, representing Brad Dawber Photography, supports maintaining rigorous preconstruction air permit requirements | · | · | · | ||
Friends of the Earth (action.foe.org) AdvocacyOppose Beth Larson, representing Friends of the Earth, opposes the proposed revisions to the New Source Review air permitting r | · | ||||
NW Faction Fund AdvocacyOppose Sally Leque of NW Faction Fund opposes the proposed changes to the Clean Air Act, arguing that they allow for the rapid | |||||
NWF Action Fund AdvocacyOppose Dolores Phillips of the NWF Action Fund opposes the proposed changes to the Clean Air Act, arguing that the new permitti | · | · | |||
nwfactionfund AdvocacyOppose A representative from nwfactionfund opposes the proposed preconstruction permitting program, arguing that it allows heav | |||||
Sierra Club AdvocacyOppose Greg Poulter, representing the Sierra Club, opposes the proposed rule allowing construction to begin before air permits | · | · | · | ||
Wellness Equity Alliance AdvocacyOppose Wendy Bernstein, representing Wellness Equity Alliance, opposes the EPA's proposal to change the definition of "begin ac | · | · | · |
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- Jul 6, 2026Comment submitted by Harry WhitleyOpposeIndividual📎 Attachment
Harry Whitley, a private individual, opposes the proposed rule change regarding the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program. He argues that the current rule is more practical because it allows for the correction of environmental issues before construction begins, whereas the proposed change would make correcting problems more difficult once construction has started.
Read comment → - Jul 2, 2026Comment submitted by Jennifer BuchiOpposeIndividual📎 Attachment
Jennifer Buchi expresses opposition to the proposed policy change that would end air quality permitting requirements prior to new construction. She argues that construction projects should be required to prove they will not harm public health before work begins, rather than being allowed to proceed once significant investment has been made.
Read comment → - Jun 30, 2026Comment submitted by Karen HoffmannOpposeIndividual📎 Attachment
Karen Hoffmann opposes the proposed rule because she believes allowing construction to begin before obtaining NSR permits undermines the Clean Air Act's purpose and creates pressure to approve permits for projects that should be denied. She argues that this change risks irreversible environmental and health impacts, particularly for frontline communities, and requests that the EPA withdraw the proposal.
Read comment → - Jun 29, 2026Comment submitted by Andrew OpilaOpposeIndividual📎 Attachment
Andrew Opila, a photographer and videographer, opposes the proposed changes to the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program. He argues that allowing construction to begin before air permits are finalized undermines environmental protections and transparency for communities affected by pollution.
Read comment → - Jun 29, 2026Comment submitted by Markell McCubbinOpposeAdvocacy📎 Attachment
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.
Read comment → - Jun 29, 2026Comment submitted by Jennifer BachSupportIndividual📎 Attachment
Jennifer Bach, a Salt Lake County resident, supports the EPA's efforts to maintain stringent air permitting standards. She argues that thorough evaluations are necessary to protect public health and ensure community oversight before major projects like data centers and power plants begin construction.
Read comment → - Jun 29, 2026Comment submitted by Margaret LandreauOpposeIndividual📎 Attachment
Margaret Landreau, a private citizen, opposes the proposed changes to the New Source Review Preconstruction Permitting Program. She argues that the current permitting process is essential for protecting public health and air quality, and expresses concern that "fast-tracking" or circumventing these safeguards would benefit developers at the expense of the public.
Read comment → - Jun 29, 2026Comment submitted by Marissa FerranteOpposeIndividual📎 Attachment
Marissa Ferrante, a concerned citizen, opposes the proposal to allow construction to begin before final air permits are secured. She argues that this change undermines public oversight, transparency, and the ability to evaluate environmental and public health impacts before construction starts.
Read comment → - Jun 29, 2026Anonymous public commentOpposeIndividual📎 Attachment
Fletcher Libre opposes the proposed action to allow construction to begin before final air permits are issued. The commenter argues that maintaining stringent New Source Review requirements is essential for public oversight, environmental protection, and community well-being.
Read comment → - Jun 29, 2026Comment submitted by K. ShaeOpposeIndividual📎 Attachment
Ms. K. Shae opposes the proposal to allow construction to begin before final air permit approvals are received. She argues that maintaining rigorous permitting standards is essential to protect public health, ensure transparency, and assess environmental impacts before major industrial projects commence.
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