The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has allocated more than $1.3 million in grants to North Dakota agencies and the Three Affiliated Tribes, according to an announcement made in Bismarck.
The North Dakota Department of Agriculture will receive $517,810. This funding is designated for programs aimed at developing and maintaining a comprehensive pesticide program that addresses enforcement, initiatives, and implementation across the state.
The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality is set to get $498,083. These funds are intended for the development and implementation of a coal combustion residual program that meets EPA approval standards.
Additionally, the Three Affiliated Tribes have been awarded $317,957. The grant will support tribal environmental programs focused on air, water, land, data quality management, pollution prevention efforts, brownfields remediation projects, and chemical safety measures.
There were no additional comments or statements provided by agency officials or representatives from the recipient organizations regarding these awards.
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