# Michael Regan on The No Agenda Show Michael Regan comes up in 5 chapters across 5 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from April 2021 to October 2024. - **Chapters:** 5 - **Episodes:** 5 - **Discussed:** April 2021 – October 2024 - **Related topics:** [Epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), [Clean Power Plan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-power-plan.md), [Cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [Coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal.md), [East Palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/east-palestine.md), [Electric Vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), [Environmental Justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/environmental-justice.md), [Flint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flint.md), [Greenhouse Gas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greenhouse-gas.md), [Joe Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-biden.md) ## Chapters 1–5 of 5 ### EPA, Lead Pipe Replacement, Flint Water Crisis - **Episode:** [1702: Sloppin' Hopper](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1702-sloppin-hopper.md) - **Published:** 2024-10-10 - **Time:** 1:52:17–1:56:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1702-sloppin-hopper/chapter/epa-lead-pipe-replacement-flint-water-crisis.md The EPA, led by Administrator Michael Regan, has issued a new rule requiring most U.S. water systems to replace lead pipes within 10 years. NPR's coverage of the mandate is criticized for failing to explain the specific water chemistry issues that caused the Flint crisis. The discussion notes that hard water often creates a protective mineral coating inside pipes, a fact omitted from the news report. Keywords: [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), [michael regan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-regan.md), lead pipes, [flint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flint.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md) ### EPA Regulatory Costs, Michael Regan and Clean Power Plan 2.0 - **Episode:** [1676: Douche Mobile](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1676-douche-mobile.md) - **Published:** 2024-07-11 - **Time:** 2:17:31–2:21:06 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1676-douche-mobile/chapter/epa-regulatory-costs-michael-regan-and-clean-power-plan-2-0.md EPA Administrator Michael Regan testified before Congress regarding $1.6 trillion in new regulatory costs imposed during his tenure. Critics argue the Clean Power Plan 2.0 will regulate coal out of existence and significantly raise energy prices, despite Regan's claims of minimal impact. The agency is also facing scrutiny over its handling of PFAS and lead in water. Keywords: [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), [michael regan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-regan.md), [clean power plan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clean-power-plan.md), regulatory burden, [coal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/coal.md), [pfas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pfas.md) ### EPA Administrator Michael Regan Faces Criticism Over Ohio Response - **Episode:** [1530: Red Queen](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1530-red-queen.md) - **Published:** 2023-02-16 - **Time:** 2:45:14–2:51:17 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1530-red-queen/chapter/epa-administrator-michael-regan-faces-criticism-over-ohio-response.md EPA Administrator Michael Regan faced intense questioning on CNN regarding the federal government's slow response to the East Palestine disaster. Regan emphasized that Norfolk Southern would be held liable for the cleanup but struggled to provide a clear timeline for soil and water safety results. His performance was criticized as being more focused on administrative "inclusion" than environmental crisis management. Keywords: [michael regan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-regan.md), [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), [east palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/east-palestine.md), [liability](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liability.md) ### EPA Clean Truck Proposal, Mayor Pete's EV Push - **Episode:** [1432: Dry Holes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1432-dry-holes.md) - **Published:** 2022-03-11 - **Time:** 2:08:46–2:16:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1432-dry-holes/chapter/epa-clean-truck-proposal-mayor-pete-s-ev-push.md EPA Administrator Michael Regan announces new emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks, framing the move as a matter of "environmental justice" for communities of color living near freight routes. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg promotes a $5 billion investment in EV charging networks. The hosts mock the technical explanations regarding "soot" and "nitrogen oxides," characterizing the officials as career bureaucrats pushing an unaffordable agenda. Keywords: [epa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/epa.md), [michael regan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-regan.md), [pete buttigieg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pete-buttigieg.md), [electric vehicles](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/electric-vehicles.md), nitrogen oxides, [soot](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/soot.md), [environmental justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/environmental-justice.md) ### EPA Administrator Michael Regan, Biden Climate Agenda - **Episode:** [1340: The Poke](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1340-the-poke.md) - **Published:** 2021-04-22 - **Time:** 9:11–11:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1340-the-poke/chapter/epa-administrator-michael-regan-biden-climate-agenda.md EPA Administrator Michael Regan discusses President Biden's goal to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030. 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