Statement by Administrator Regan on the President’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget

Summary:

The President's Fiscal Year 2025 Budget request includes $11 billion to support the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) essential work in tackling the climate crisis, advancing environmental justice, and protecting human health and the environment. The budget prioritizes combatting climate change, investing in clean air and water, and safeguarding against dangerous chemicals. It also includes increases in funding for environmental justice-related programs, tribal and state partnerships, and enforcement efforts.

Notable highlights include:

$1.5 billion for environmental justice-related programs
$2.9 billion for climate-related programs
$1.5 billion for the Office of Air and Radiation, a $690 million increase since the beginning of the administration
$101 million for lead pipe replacement and remediation
$2.4 billion for State Revolving Funds for drinking water and wastewater infrastructure
$132 million for the Toxic Substances Control Act Program, a $49 million increase
$208 million for Brownfields
$170 million for Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) actions
Addition of more than 2,000 Full Time Equivalents (FTEs) to support EPA's core mission
Increased funding for civil, compliance, and criminal enforcement efforts

Overall, the budget aims to protect and strengthen Social Security and Medicare, reduce the deficit, and invest in America and the American people while addressing critical environmental challenges.