EPA Proposes Stricter Lead Cleanup in Butte

The EPA is proposing major changes to lead cleanup in Butte, Montana, slashing the acceptable lead level in soil and dust from 1,200 to 456 parts per million and expanding the cleanup zone by 3,600 acres—covering an additional 710 homes. While current standards remain in place until decisions are finalized, residents and stakeholders can weigh in during a public comment period from June 1–30 and attend a live meeting on June 16 at 6 PM at the Montana Tech Library Auditorium. This is your chance to shape a safer future for Butte’s community. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/519b7426ded13dec