The Environmental Protection Agency adopted amendments to its regulations governing the accreditation of environmental laboratories. The amendments incorporate by reference Method 1633,"Analysis of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in Aqueous, Solid, Biosolids, and Tissue Samples by LC-MS/MS,” of EPA’s PFAS Drinking Water Laboratory Methods. See https://www.ilsos.gov/departments/index/register/volume48/register_volume48_14.pdf (pp. 5271-78).

The Environmental Protection Agency adopted amendments to its environmental laboratory certification fee rules. The amendments add a $500 fee for each laboratory’s request to change a non-expired certificate of accreditation outside of the renewal period, as well as add definitions for “certificate of accreditation” and “renewal period.” See https://www.ilsos.gov/departments/index/register/volume48/register_volume48_14.pdf (pp. 5264-70).

The Department of Environmental Quality proposed amendments to regulation governing grants for drinking water and wastewater facilities. The amendments would reduce overall regulatory burden, streamline provisions, and increase clarity and ease of use. A hearing will be held April 16, 2024. Comments are due May 1, 2024. See https://adminrules.idaho.gov/bulletin/2024/04.pdf (pp. 58-59).

The Department of Environmental Quality proposed amendments to regulations governing fees for environmental operating permits, licenses, and inspection services. The amendments would consolidate environmental fees into a single chapter, beginning with wastewater treatment facilities, while also considering fees for the Department’s recycled water program to offset associated costs. A hearing will be held April 17, 2024. Comments are due May 1, 2024.