Investing.com -- The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued termination notices to employees involved in its environmental justice programs, stating that their work no longer aligns with the agency’s mission. The notices were issued on Tuesday and affect staff at the EPA’s headquarters and regional offices.

The termination notices, also known as reduction-in-force (RIF) letters, were sent to approximately 200 workers from the Office of Environmental Justice and External Civil Rights. These employees were put on administrative leave in February and later reinstated while legal challenges were ongoing.

The termination notices will take effect on July 31. The move is described by the EPA as a necessary step to align its workforce with the agency’s current and future needs. The aim is to ensure the efficient and effective operation of EPA programs, according to the letter sent to employees on Monday.

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