The Department of Ecology proposed amendments to regulations governing reporting of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and the Climate Commitment Act program. The amendments would provide a framework for addressing electricity imports from specified sources through centralized markets, a process for identifying importers, methods for assigning GHG emissions to imports, and equitable treatment across and between bilateral and centralized markets. Hearings will be held August 6 and 8, 2024. Comments are due August 20, 2024.

The State Water Control Board adopted amendments to water quality standards. The amendments relate to water quality criteria, use designations, antidegradation, and other policies related to water quality. See  https://register.dls.virginia.gov/vol40/iss24/v40i24.pdf (pp. 1937-38).

The Agency of Agriculture, Food, and Markets proposed amendments to regulations governing the Technical Service Provider (TSP) Certification Rule. The amendments would ensure TSPs are held accountable for understanding the rules, regulations, and requirements related to nutrient management planning and permitting/certification services, and enable enforcement on TSPs if the services they provide are out of compliance with water quality regulations. A hearing will be held August 29, 2024. Comments are due September 9, 2024.