Mercury is a major air pollutant regulated under the Clean Air Act's NAAQS.

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Mercury is regulated under the Clean Air Act, but it is not one of the pollutants covered by the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The NAAQS specifically regulate pollutants like ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, and lead. Mercury is controlled through other provisions of the Clean Air Act, such as the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS).

Mercury Is a Major Air Pollutant Regulated Under the Clean