Stay ahead of regulatory change with this essential course on the EPA and Department of the Army’s Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for the updated definition of “waters of the United States” (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act. Gain insight into how the Supreme Court’s Sackett v. EPA decision is reshaping federal jurisdiction, discover the new supplemental definitions under consideration, and learn how your organization or community can provide effective public input. Get clarity on perennial waters, wetlands, and programmatic impacts—empowering you to navigate compliance, permitting, and stakeholder engagement.
In this course you will learn the following:
* Understand the purpose and goals of the SNPRM and its relationship to the Clean Water Act and recent Supreme Court decisions.
* Recognize the opportunities and procedures for public participation and comment.
* Identify the key proposed changes and supplemental options for defining “waters of the United States.”
* Comprehend the implications of the proposed definitions for regulatory jurisdiction, implementation, and affected stakeholders.
* Appreciate the potential for further changes to the rule based on public and stakeholder feedback.
