EPA's Proposed Rule Threatens Wetland Protections in Ohio and Wisconsin
TL;DR
The U.S. EPA proposes to weaken Clean Water Act protections for 96% of Ohio's wetlands and many streams, risking increased pollution and environmental degradation, especially after the 2023 Supreme Court ruling that redefined water protections. Public comments are open until January 5 to oppose the rule.
- Ohio could lose Clean Water Act protections for 96% of wetlands and streams under proposed EPA rule Signal Cleveland
- Most Wisconsin wetlands would lack federal protection under EPA’s proposed rule WPR
- Opinion: A clean water shift with murky consequences Anchorage Daily News
- EPA and Army Wrap Up Public Listening Sessions on Proposed Definition of WOTUS Morning Ag Clips
- Proposed change to Clean Water Act to limit protections ictnews.org
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