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POLITICO Energy
EPA partially unfreezes some environmental funding
Feb 6, 2025
The EPA is partially lifting a Trump-era spending freeze on environmental programs, following a court ruling. While some funds are being released, key initiatives remain in limbo. Lawmakers express concerns and seek clarity on these changes. Meanwhile, Chevron is in talks with the Trump administration regarding oil production in Venezuela, highlighting ongoing complexities in energy policy. Tune in for a deep dive into the implications of these shifts in funding and industry negotiations.
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- The EPA is partially lifting the Trump administration's spending freeze for environmental programs, prompted by a recent court order.
- Confusion remains over which specific programs are receiving funds, frustrating lawmakers and stakeholders seeking clarity on the funding status.
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Lifting the Spending Freeze
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has begun to lift the Trump administration's spending freeze on certain environmental programs, following a legal ruling that barred the enforcement of broad financial assistance freezes. This notable change allows disbursement of funds from programs under the bipartisan infrastructure law and the Inflation Reduction Act, which had been paused since January 20. The EPA's acting chief financial officer cited a federal court's restraining order as a catalyst for this shift, indicating the agency's need to comply with legal directives. However, despite this partial unfreeze, there remains significant confusion regarding which specific programs are still on hold, leaving many recipients in the dark about their funding status.
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