This bill revises the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Under the program, the Environmental Protection Agency issues permits to discharge pollutants into waters of the United States.
The bill extends the maximum term for NPDES permits issued to states or municipalities from 5 to 10 years.
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