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USGBC publishes LEED v4/v4.1 transition deadlines: registration closes June 30, 2026 (most systems) and certification sunset June 30, 2032; exceptions extend some registration windows
USGBC’s LEED certification deadlines page consolidates phase-out timelines for LEED v4 and v4.1, including the registration close date (June 30, 2026 for most BD+C/ID+C/O+M systems) and certification sunset (June 30, 2032). The page also notes specific exceptions (e.g., certain LEED v4.1 O+M recertification/interiors registration through June 30, 2027; additional exceptions for campus/master site and volume pathways). Organizations with contractual or policy commitments tied to LEED v4/v4.1 should update internal schedules for project registration and long-range certification planning to avoid missing eligibility windows.
EPA proposes extending compliance dates in TSCA Section 6 risk management rules for perchloroethylene (PCE) and carbon tetrachloride (CTC)
EPA announced a proposed rulemaking to extend certain compliance dates in the final TSCA §6 risk management rules for perchloroethylene (PCE) and carbon tetrachloride (CTC). EPA stated existing compliance dates remain in effect unless and until revised through rulemaking, but EPA intends to focus compliance/enforcement resources on the new compliance dates that would be established if the proposal is finalized. Compliance teams using or supplying PCE/CTC should track the proposal and be prepared to re-baseline internal Workplace Chemical Protection Program timelines and related operational controls once new dates are finalized.
Secretariat invites submissions on challenges implementing obligations for mercury-added cosmetics (COP-6 decision MC-6/4)
The Minamata Convention Secretariat (Ref. MC/ES/2026/36) invited Parties and stakeholders to submit information on challenges in implementing obligations regarding mercury-added cosmetics, linked to COP-6 decision MC-6/4. The call explicitly seeks input on implementation and enforcement issues (e.g., manufacture/import/export and compliance challenges) and notes potential support pathways under Articles 14 (capacity-building/technical assistance) and 15 (Implementation and Compliance Committee). Submissions are due by 30 June 2026; the communication also notes additional cutoffs for Party submissions to the Implementation and Compliance Committee (13 July 2026 and 1 December 2026) for consideration at specific committee meetings.
EPA Finalizes TSCA 8(d) Reporting Deadline Extension to May 2027
EPA announced a final rule on May 22, 2026 extending the TSCA Section 8(d) Health and Safety Data reporting deadline to May 21, 2027 for all 16 chemicals covered under the rule. Manufacturers (including importers) of these 16 chemicals must report data from unpublished health and safety studies to EPA by the new deadline.
EPA releases draft TSCA risk evaluation materials for HHCB, phthalic anhydride, o-dichlorobenzene, and p-dichlorobenzene and schedules SACC peer review meetings
EPA published draft TSCA risk evaluation materials: draft risk evaluations for HHCB and phthalic anhydride and draft hazard assessments/supporting documents for o-dichlorobenzene and p-dichlorobenzene. EPA also announced Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals (SACC) peer review meetings (including a preparatory meeting) as part of the TSCA risk evaluation process. Compliance teams should review the drafts, consider submitting comments to the peer review docket, and assess whether conditions of use identified as presenting unreasonable risk could lead to future TSCA §6 risk management requirements if finalized.
Illinois establishes PFAS drinking water compliance monitoring deadlines
Illinois EPA has established specific compliance deadlines for PFAS drinking water standards under Board rules. Initial monitoring must be completed by April 25, 2027, with ongoing compliance monitoring beginning April 26, 2027. Full compliance with maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) begins April 26, 2029. Community water supplies must monitor these PFAS in drinking water.
Council-transmitted Committee of the Regions opinion links any SCIP repeal/suspension to readiness of a fully functional, interoperable DPP system
A Council document transmitting a European Committee of the Regions (CoR) opinion warns against repealing or suspending the SCIP database (and related hazardous substance information obligations) unless and until a fully functional and interoperable Digital Product Passport (DPP) system is operational and provides at least the same level of traceability, accessibility, and enforcement capacity across the EU. This is not a binding DPP rule change, but it is an official policy/implementation signal connecting DPP system readiness to potential changes in existing product traceability information systems, relevant for compliance teams planning data-system transitions and continued SCIP support until DPP infrastructure is proven ready.
EPA extends comment period for proposed TSCA Section 5 SNURs on certain chemical substances (26-2)
EPA extended the public comment period for the proposed TSCA Section 5 Significant New Use Rules (SNURs) titled “Significant New Use Rules on Certain Chemical Substances (26-2).” The comment deadline is extended to July 10, 2026. This affects stakeholders planning to submit comments on the proposed SNURs and provides additional time to evaluate potential impacts on manufacturing (including import) or processing of substances subject to TSCA orders and SNUR-based notice requirements (SNUNs) prior to designated significant new uses.
RMI FAQ: New CMRT releases in April generally do not require re-surveying suppliers for the upcoming filing
RMI guidance clarifies supplier-survey timing when a new CMRT is released in April. Companies generally do not need to re-survey suppliers solely due to an April CMRT release for the upcoming filing cycle. Instead, companies should use the latest CMRT version available when initiating their annual survey and clearly state which CMRT version was used/allowed. This impacts annual CMRT data-collection planning, supplier communications, and documentation practices for SEC Form SD / downstream conflict minerals due diligence programs relying on CMRT submissions.
Illinois EPA reaffirms PFAS drinking water standards will remain in effect
Illinois EPA Director James Jennings issued a formal statement confirming that Illinois will maintain its state-specific PFAS drinking water standards despite federal EPA's proposed rollback of four PFAS MCLs. Illinois groundwater standards for HFPO-DA (GenX), PFBS, PFHxS, PFNA, PFOA, and PFOS remain in effect. Community water supplies must still comply with state initial monitoring deadlines (April 25, 2027) and MCL compliance requirements (April 26, 2029).
Illinois establishes PFAS drinking water MCL compliance timeline
Illinois EPA has established specific compliance timelines for the PFAS drinking water Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) under the amended Part 620 groundwater quality regulations. Community water supplies must complete initial monitoring by April 25, 2027, begin ongoing compliance monitoring on April 26, 2027, and achieve compliance with MCLs by April 26, 2029. The standards cover PFOA (4 ppt), PFOS (4 ppt), PFHxS (10 ppt), PFNA (10 ppt), HFPO-DA/GenX (10 ppt), and PFBS (part of Hazard Index mixture).
Illinois EPA confirms state will maintain PFAS drinking water standards despite federal rollback
Illinois EPA Director James Jennings issued an official statement on May 21, 2026 confirming that Illinois will maintain its PFAS drinking water standards regardless of federal regulatory rollbacks. The statement emphasized Illinois' commitment to addressing PFAS pollution and protecting drinking water resources. Illinois has established Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for six PFAS compounds under its Part 620 groundwater quality regulations, with compliance required by April 26, 2029.
Illinois Sets PFAS Drinking Water Compliance Deadlines
Illinois EPA announced the implementation timeline for PFAS drinking water standards under 35 Illinois Administrative Code Part 620. Community Water Supplies must complete initial monitoring by April 25, 2027; ongoing compliance monitoring begins April 26, 2027; and compliance with Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) begins April 26, 2029. Illinois reaffirmed it will maintain its PFAS drinking water standards regardless of federal EPA changes.
Illinois EPA confirms state PFAS drinking water standards remain in effect despite federal rollback
Illinois EPA issued an official statement confirming the state will maintain its PFAS drinking water standards despite the Trump Administration's rollback of federal PFAS regulations. Illinois' Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for six PFAS compounds (PFOA: 4 ppt, PFOS: 4 ppt, PFHxS: 10 ppt, PFNA: 20 ppt, PFBS: 2,100 ppt, and GenX) remain in effect. The statement confirms Illinois Community Water Supplies must complete initial monitoring by April 25, 2027, begin ongoing compliance monitoring on April 26, 2027, and achieve MCL compliance by April 26, 2029.
Secretariat letter MC/COP6/2026/32 communicates COP-7 timeline and multiple submission windows (including Article 6(6) exemption-extension request timing)
The Secretariat issued letter MC/COP6/2026/32 summarizing key dates related to COP-7 (including meeting dates) and highlighting timelines for Party actions/submissions. The letter flags that Parties intending to request an exemption extension under Article 6(6) should submit requests preferably by 6 March 2027 and no later than 6 July 2027, and it also lists several nearer-term submission/comment deadlines for COP-7 preparatory work (e.g., effectiveness evaluation scientific report comments; inputs on mercury-added cosmetics implementation challenges; inputs on financial mechanism experiences). Compliance and policy teams supporting Party submissions or tracking likely future controls should calendar these dates.
EPA Awards $9.5M Grant to Nevada for PFAS Drinking Water Remediation
EPA announced $9.457 million in Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities (EC-SDC) grant funding to Nevada to address PFAS in drinking water. This funding supports testing, planning, and infrastructure projects addressing PFAS and other emerging contaminants. The grant is part of EPA's $5 billion EC-SDC program over five years.
US EPA proposes federal exemption framework to extend PFOA/PFOS MCL compliance date from April 26, 2029 to April 26, 2031
EPA issued a proposed rule to create a federal exemption framework under the 2024 PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) allowing eligible public water systems to request an extension of the PFOA and PFOS MCL compliance date from April 26, 2029 to April 26, 2031, without changing the MCL values (4.0 ppt each for PFOA and PFOS). EPA also scheduled a virtual public hearing for July 7, 2026 with pre‑registration deadline July 1, 2026, and indicated a 60‑day comment period after Federal Register publication. Drinking water systems and compliance teams should assess eligibility criteria, plan for exemption requests (if finalized), and understand interim control-measure expectations described by EPA during the exemption period.
EPA proposes rescinding NPDWR provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX) and Hazard Index mixtures (incl. PFBS); hearing July 7, 2026
EPA published a proposed rule under the Safe Drinking Water Act to rescind regulatory determinations and remove related provisions of the 2024 PFAS NPDWR for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX), and Hazard Index mixtures (PFHxS + PFNA + HFPO‑DA + PFBS). EPA indicates the proposal would not affect the PFOA/PFOS portions of the NPDWR. EPA states there will be a 60-day written comment period after Federal Register publication and a virtual public hearing scheduled for July 7, 2026 (with pre-registration by July 1, 2026). Compliance teams at drinking water systems and supporting suppliers/consultants should track this rulemaking because it could remove monitoring/treatment/compliance obligations for these PFAS constituents if finalized.
EPA proposes rescinding SDWA regulatory determinations and related NPDWR provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX), and Hazard Index mixtures
EPA announced a proposed rule to rescind the SDWA regulatory determinations and remove related drinking-water regulatory provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA (GenX chemicals), and the Hazard Index mixture approach (PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO‑DA, and PFBS). The proposal is positioned as a revision to the federal PFAS drinking-water regulatory framework adopted in 2024, potentially reducing the set of PFAS subject to federal MCL/MCLG and associated monitoring/treatment obligations (while leaving the PFOA/PFOS portions unaffected per EPA’s proposal description). EPA indicates a 60-day public comment period will run after Federal Register publication and notes a virtual public hearing scheduled for July 7, 2026 (with pre-registration deadline July 1, 2026).
EPA proposes federal exemption framework to extend PFOA/PFOS MCL compliance deadline from April 26, 2029 to April 26, 2031; hearing set for July 7, 2026
EPA issued a proposed rule that would keep the PFOA and PFOS MCLs but create a federal exemption approach allowing eligible public water systems to request a two-year extension of the compliance deadline from April 26, 2029 to April 26, 2031. EPA also announced a virtual public hearing for July 7, 2026 with pre-registration due by July 1, 2026. Drinking water compliance programs should evaluate eligibility and planning impacts, as this proposal would change key compliance timing assumptions for PFOA/PFOS treatment and related capital planning if finalized.