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No Radioactive Roads Act of 2024

12/30/2024, 1:23 PM

Summary of Bill HR 10304

Bill 118 hr 10304, also known as the Phosphogypsum Distribution and Use Approval Act, aims to direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to revise a specific section of the Code of Federal Regulations related to the distribution and use of phosphogypsum. Phosphogypsum is a byproduct of the phosphate fertilizer industry and is currently regulated under section 61.206 of title 40.

The bill seeks to approve certain distribution or use of phosphogypsum, potentially easing restrictions on its disposal or utilization. The exact details of the revisions to section 61.206 are not specified in the bill itself, but it is clear that the intent is to facilitate the handling of phosphogypsum in a manner that is more beneficial for certain industries or stakeholders.

In addition to the revision of section 61.206, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to phosphogypsum. These additional purposes are not explicitly outlined in the bill, leaving room for interpretation as to what other changes or actions may be taken regarding phosphogypsum. Overall, Bill 118 hr 10304 is focused on addressing the regulation of phosphogypsum and potentially allowing for more flexibility in its distribution and use. The specific details of how this will be achieved and what other purposes may be served by the bill remain to be seen as it progresses through the legislative process.

Current Status of Bill HR 10304

Bill HR 10304 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 5, 2024. Bill HR 10304 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 5, 2024.  Bill HR 10304's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of December 5, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 10304

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
3
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 10304

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10304

To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to revise section 61.206 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, to approve certain distribution or use of phosphogypsum, and for other purposes.
To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to revise section 61.206 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, to approve certain distribution or use of phosphogypsum, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Gwen Lawson

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11 months ago

I think this bill is good for us. It will make things better. I like it.