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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Updates to New Chemicals Regulations Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)".
Sponsored By: Representative Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3]
Introduced
Summary
Nullifies EPA's "Updates to New Chemicals Regulations" under the Toxic Substances Control Act. This joint resolution would disapprove and render void the EPA rule published at 89 Fed. Reg. 102773 (Dec. 18, 2024), preventing its implementation.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
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Cancel EPA rule on new chemicals
This joint resolution would void an EPA rule on new chemicals. It targets the rule titled "Updates to New Chemicals Regulations Under the Toxic Substances Control Act" at 89 Fed. Reg. 102773 (December 18, 2024). If enacted, that rule would have no force or effect upon enactment. Chemical makers, importers, and processors would not have to follow that rule’s requirements. Businesses could face lower compliance costs, while consumers might see changes in product safety or availability.
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3]
LA • R
Cosponsors
Rep. Timmons, William R. [R-SC-4]
SC • R
Sponsored 3/10/2025
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