EPA Delays Clean Water Act Compliance Date and Removes Climate Change References

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized an extension to the compliance date for Facility Response Plans (FRPs) required by the Clean Water Act, which address potential worst-case discharges of hazardous substances. This action also modifies language to remove references to climate change and environmental justice in the FRP requirements, aligning with Executive Order 14148 of January 20, 2025. The delay is intended to allow facilities more time to comply and for the Agency to consider implementation tools.