The U.S. Senate this week confirmed former congressman Lee Zeldin as the new administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Zeldin’s confirmation comes alongside a broader shift in EPA leadership, including the dismissal of Biden-appointed members from key advisory panels. Supporters argue these changes will improve efficiency and balance future regulatory actions.

Zeldin’s agenda is expected to include revisiting Biden’s numerous climate regulations, reassessing state pollution standards including California’s tailpipe emission limits, restructuring scientific advisory boards, and shifting the agency’s focus toward broader energy development to include traditional fuel sources. 1/29/2024