Mississippi can now manage its own hazardous waste rules, without federal approval

The US environmental regulators have given Mississippi final approval to manage its own hazardous waste program. This means the state can now update its rules without waiting for federal review.

States typically manage their own hazardous waste programs, but they must get federal approval for any changes. This process can be slow. Mississippi can now make changes to its rules more quickly, which could affect how companies handle waste in the state.