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In recognition of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, Nevada is celebrating the successful effort to conduct lead testing programs in public schools, public charter schools, and licensed child care facilities across the state.

For more information visit the NDEP Lead Testing in Nevada Schools News Release

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MediWaste public Hearing Presentation

On July 7, 2026, the NDEP-BSMM held a public hearing in accordance with NAC 444.6415 reguarding the proposed MediWaste Solid Waste Permit. A copy of the presentation is attached to this announcement. It...

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NDEP Wraps up Lead Testing in Nevada Schools

In recognition of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (October 20–26, 2025), Nevada is celebrating the successful effort to conduct lead testing programs in public schools, public charter schools, and licensed child care facilities across the state. These voluntary testing programs provided an opportunity to confirm that children in learning and care environments have access to safe drinking water and helped identify and address potential sources of lead exposure.

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Public Notices

Notice of Proposed Action - BWPC - Nevada Site Services

Notice of Proposed Action - Nevada Site Services NS2000508 - Application for the renewal of their groundwater discharge permit. Public comment is open until 5:00 P.M. on 8/17/26.

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Notice of Certification Request - BWQP – Jake’s Fire Restoration Project (Elko County)

The Administrator, Division of Environmental Protection, Carson City, Nevada is in receipt of the following request for Clean Water Act Section 401 Water Quality Certification which requires federal authorization from U...

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