The Environmental Protection Agency and US Army Corps of Engineers proposed a new rule narrowing the federal definition of "Waters of the USA" under the Clean Water Act.EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the proposal, emphasizing clarity for farmers, landowners, and developers while expressing support from groups like the American Farm Bureau Federation and the National Mining Association.Critics warn the rollback could increase pollution and harm wildlife, and legal challenges are expected during the public comment period following its publication in the Federal Register.