EPA finalized its policy for meaningful engagement and public participation in agency decision-making across its programs. The policy sets out recommendations for EPA staff to better ensure effective engagement and participation from communities and individuals for a given action. The policy does not create any legal requirements or mandatory obligations for the agency, but create steps that EPA staff may follow. The new policy aligns with Executive Orders 13985, 13990, 14008, 14094, and 14096 on advancing environmental justice.