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EPA is proposing to adapt the hazardous waste generator regulations for certain offshore vessels that relate to energy production (such as mobile offshore drilling units) used by the offshore energy production sector. These proposed regulations are intended to help unleash American energy, but in a manner that is also protective of human health and the environment and is in conformity with the best reading of the statute. EPA is proposing to provide regulatory relief to this sector by adapting the requirements that would apply to the hazardous waste generated aboard these vessels while at sea. Doing so will also help provide a more feasible compliance pathway for offshore vessel hazardous waste.