A federal judge ordered EPA to restart environmental-justice grants
A South Carolina judge rejected EPA's claim that it did not need to act after losing a case over a $2.8 billion environmental and climate justice grant program, ordering the agency to administer the funds through September 30. (sources: nevadacurrent.com, law.justia.com, insideclimatenews.org, www.selc.org)
The Environmental Protection Agency is required to restart its environmental-justice grants following a federal court order. The agency is currently reviewing the order and plans to comply.
- The judge's order requires the EPA to administer the grant program through September 30.
- The order includes funding for a tribe in Nevada amounting to $20 million.
- The plaintiffs sought compliance after the EPA indicated no further action was necessary.
Why it matters
The resumption of these grants could impact various environmental initiatives and support communities affected by environmental issues.
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