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Texas Launches Clean-Air Strategy to Combat Ozone Pollution

3/14/2025

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EPA Approves Texas Ozone Plan

The EPA has greenlit Texas's clean-air strategy for San Antonio, requiring vehicle inspections in Bexar County. This crucial step targets a reduction in harmful ozone pollutants, ensuring compliance with federal air quality standards. Texas must roll out the program by November 7, 2026, after San Antonio's reclassification as a moderate nonattainment area for ozone levels.

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EPA Revisits Pollution Regulations

The EPA is set to revisit more than 30 air pollution regulations, a move that could reshape air quality across the nation. Administrator Lee Zeldin argues that easing these rules will invigorate the economy and lower family expenses. However, critics fear this rollback may jeopardize public health and undo years of hard-won environmental gains.

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EPA Approves Texas Ozone Plan

The EPA has greenlit Texas's clean-air strategy for San Antonio, requiring vehicle inspections in Bexar County. This crucial step targets a reduction in harmful ozone pollutants, ensuring compliance with federal air quality standards. Texas must roll out the program by November 7, 2026, after San Antonio's reclassification as a moderate nonattainment area for ozone levels.

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