Closing Loopholes and Ending Arbitrary and Needless Evasion of Regulations Act of 2021

CLEANER Act of 2021 or the Closing Loopholes and Ending Arbitrary and Needless Evasion of Regulations Act of 2021

This bill eliminates the exemption of waste associated with the exploration, development, or production of crude oil, natural gas, or geothermal energy from regulations governing the disposal of hazardous waste.

Within a year of enactment, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) must

• determine whether such waste meets the criteria for hazardous waste,
• promulgate regulations concerning the disposal of such waste if the EPA determines it is hazardous, and
• revise regulations applicable to solid waste management and disposal facilities (e.g., landfills) to address such waste that is nonhazardous.

Bill 117 HR 2132, also known as the Closing Loopholes and Ending Arbitrary and Needless Evasion of Regulations Act of 2021, aims to address various loopholes and evasions in existing regulations. The bill seeks to enhance regulatory oversight and enforcement to ensure that regulations are being followed effectively.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of stricter penalties for individuals or entities found to be evading regulations. This includes fines and potential legal action for those who are found to be intentionally circumventing regulations for their own benefit.

Additionally, the bill calls for increased transparency in regulatory processes, requiring agencies to provide more detailed explanations for their decisions and actions. This is intended to ensure that regulations are being implemented in a fair and consistent manner. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for increased collaboration between regulatory agencies and other relevant stakeholders, such as industry experts and advocacy groups. This is aimed at improving the effectiveness of regulations and ensuring that they are meeting their intended goals. Overall, Bill 117 HR 2132 seeks to strengthen regulatory oversight and enforcement to prevent arbitrary and needless evasion of regulations. By closing loopholes and enhancing transparency and collaboration, the bill aims to ensure that regulations are being followed effectively and that the public interest is being protected.