On Sept. 27, 2023, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized the Water Quality Certification Improvement Rule (WQCIR). The WQCIR modernizes procedures for the certification of compliance with state water quality standards. The rule will be effective Nov. 27, 2023.
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