Public Notice: EPA is requested to act on behalf of the Seminole Tribe of Florida as the Clean Water Act Section 401 water quality certification authority for the 2026 Nationwide Permits

Summary

Clean Water Act (CWA) 401 certification is required for any federal license or permit issued that may result in a discharge of dredged or fill material into waters of the United States. EPA acts as a certifying authority on behalf of Tribes that do not have Treatment in a manner Similar to a State (TAS) under CWA 401. As such EPA R4 is acting on behalf of Seminole Tribe of Florida for the proposed reissuance of the Army Corps 2026 Nationwide Permits in Indian Country where the Seminole Tribe of Florida does not have TAS for CWA 401. EPA is providing the opportunity for public comment on the certification request for the proposed reissuance.

Applicants or Respondents

Docket Numbers

• EPA-R04-CWA-2024-1000(b)