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Operating Permit Program Approval; New Hampshire; Revised Definitions

Detected July 30, 2026 · in Environmental & Emissions Compliance (EPA)

EPA approves New Hampshire's revised definitions for its Title V operating permit program, updating the definition of 'hazardous air pollutant' to align with federal changes.

Aforeworn detected this change in the Environmental & Emissions Compliance (EPA) space on July 30, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Low urgency. Facilities in New Hampshire subject to Title V operating permits, including manufacturers, power generators, chemical processors, and their EHS consultants. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Not specified; the approval is effective upon publication (July 30, 2026).. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Environmental & Emissions Compliance (EPA) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.

What changed

The definitions of 'hazardous air pollutant' in New Hampshire's Title V program are revised to match federal EPA definitions.

Who it affects

Facilities in New Hampshire subject to Title V operating permits, including manufacturers, power generators, chemical processors, and their EHS consultants.

What you must do

Review your facility's Title V permit to ensure it references the updated definitions; no immediate action required unless your permit uses state-specific definitions that differ.

Deadline

Not specified; the approval is effective upon publication (July 30, 2026).

Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/30/2026-15363/operating-permit-program-approval-new-hampshire-revised-definitions

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