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EPA Seeks Comments on Revised Definition of U.S. Waters

9/5/2026

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EPA seeks public comments on supplemental rule redefining U.S. waters.
The rule would limit Clean Water Act protection to permanent streams, oceans, lakes, and directly connected wetlands.
Public comments are accepted for 30 days after the supplemental notice appears in the Federal Register.
Critics including NRDC director Jon Devine and C.B.D. specialist J.W. Glass argue the rule threatens wetlands.

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EPA seeks public comments on supplemental rule redefining U.S. waters.
The rule would limit Clean Water Act protection to permanent streams, oceans, lakes, and directly connected wetlands.
Public comments are accepted for 30 days after the supplemental notice appears in the Federal Register.
Critics including NRDC director Jon Devine and C.B.D. specialist J.W. Glass argue the rule threatens wetlands.