Cumulative Impacts Act of 2022

9/22/2023, 4:00 PM

Cumulative Impacts Act of 2022

This bill directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to determine whether issuing or renewing certain permits under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act will have cumulative impacts that will harm the health of the general population, or to any potentially exposed or susceptible subpopulation. If the EPA determines that, due to those potential cumulative impacts, there does not exist a reasonable certainty of no harm to the health to such populations, then the EPA must deny the permit application.

Bill 117 HR 9218, also known as the Cumulative Impacts Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the cumulative impacts of environmental pollution and other stressors on communities, particularly those that are disproportionately affected by multiple sources of pollution.

The Cumulative Impacts Act of 2022 aims to improve the coordination and collaboration among federal agencies, state and local governments, and community stakeholders to better understand and address the cumulative impacts of pollution on public health and the environment. The bill requires federal agencies to consider the cumulative impacts of their actions on communities, especially those that are already burdened by high levels of pollution.

Additionally, the Cumulative Impacts Act of 2022 establishes a task force to develop recommendations for addressing cumulative impacts, including strategies for reducing pollution, improving public health outcomes, and promoting environmental justice. The bill also requires federal agencies to develop plans for addressing cumulative impacts in their decision-making processes and to provide opportunities for public input and engagement. Overall, the Cumulative Impacts Act of 2022 seeks to promote environmental justice and protect the health and well-being of communities that are disproportionately affected by pollution. By addressing the cumulative impacts of pollution, this bill aims to create a more equitable and sustainable future for all Americans.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 9218

Introduced on
2022-10-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/21/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Cumulative Impacts Act of 2022

This bill directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to determine whether issuing or renewing certain permits under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act will have cumulative impacts that will harm the health of the general population, or to any potentially exposed or susceptible subpopulation. If the EPA determines that, due to those potential cumulative impacts, there does not exist a reasonable certainty of no harm to the health to such populations, then the EPA must deny the permit application.

Bill 117 HR 9218, also known as the Cumulative Impacts Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the cumulative impacts of environmental pollution and other stressors on communities, particularly those that are disproportionately affected by multiple sources of pollution.

The Cumulative Impacts Act of 2022 aims to improve the coordination and collaboration among federal agencies, state and local governments, and community stakeholders to better understand and address the cumulative impacts of pollution on public health and the environment. The bill requires federal agencies to consider the cumulative impacts of their actions on communities, especially those that are already burdened by high levels of pollution.

Additionally, the Cumulative Impacts Act of 2022 establishes a task force to develop recommendations for addressing cumulative impacts, including strategies for reducing pollution, improving public health outcomes, and promoting environmental justice. The bill also requires federal agencies to develop plans for addressing cumulative impacts in their decision-making processes and to provide opportunities for public input and engagement. Overall, the Cumulative Impacts Act of 2022 seeks to promote environmental justice and protect the health and well-being of communities that are disproportionately affected by pollution. By addressing the cumulative impacts of pollution, this bill aims to create a more equitable and sustainable future for all Americans.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo establish a Federal program of cumulative impact assessments under the Clean Water Act and Clean Air Act, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

Potential Impact
Air quality•
Community life and organization•
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)•
Environmental assessment, monitoring, research•
Environmental health•
Environmental regulatory procedures•
Licensing and registrations•
State and local government operations

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary9/12/2023

Cumulative Impacts Act of 2022

This bill directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to determine whether issuing or renewing certain permits under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act will have cumulative impacts that will h...


Latest Action10/24/2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.