EPA extends comment period for Maryland waste combustor rule by two weeks
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The Environmental Protection Agency has pushed back the deadline for public comments on a proposed rule regarding air quality standards in Maryland. The agency originally set the comment period to close on May 29, 2026. It is now extending that date to June 12, 2026.
Why it matters: This is a routine administrative adjustment rather than a policy shift. The practical significance is limited to giving interested parties two additional weeks to review technical documents and file comments before the EPA finalizes its approval of Maryland’s air plan.
Who it affects
- Members of the public interested in Maryland air quality regulations
This notice was issued by the EPA Region III office; verify the full docket details at regulations.gov before relying on this summary.
Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Source: Federal Register — read the official document