EPA Directs Oklahoma to Coordinate with Tribes on Protecting Air, Water and Public Health

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EPA Directs Oklahoma to Coordinate with Tribes on Protecting Air, Water and Public Health

Agency modifies 2020 order allowing state to assume responsibility for federal environmental programs on tribal landsWashington, D.C. — The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on January 13 issued a new decision directing Oklahoma to give Tribes a seat at the table when administering dozens of federal environmental programs in the state. EPA’s decision covers at least 26 programs and provides for Oklahoma to coordinate with Tribe…