The Division of Environmental Quality helps Missourians improve the quality of the air, water and soil for sustainable use by business, tourism and agriculture. We work closely with governments, businesses and individuals to protect human health and the environment by preventing pollution and potentially harmful emissions, discharges and waste-disposal practices.

Art Gooding, Director, Division of Environmental Quality

Art Goodin, Director of the Division of Environmental Quality

Art Goodin was named Director of the department's Division of Environmental Quality in May 2025.

Larry Lehman, Deputy Director, Division of Environmental Quality

Larry Lehman, Deputy Director of the Division of Environmental Quality

Larry Lehman was named a Deputy Director of the department's Division of Environmental Quality in November 2023.

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Vacant, Deputy Director of the Division of Environmental Quality

This position is currently vacant. Congratulations Art on your recent promotion!