Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Trichloroethylene (TCE); Regulation Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)".

1/24/2025, 2:28 PM
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Bill 119 hjres 27 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the regulation of Trichloroethylene (TCE) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). TCE is a chemical commonly used as a solvent and degreaser in industrial processes.

The bill falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations proposed by federal agencies. In this case, the EPA's rule on TCE regulation is being called into question.

The EPA's rule on TCE regulation under the TSCA is intended to protect public health and the environment by setting limits on the use and exposure to this potentially harmful chemical. However, some members of Congress believe that the rule may be overly restrictive or burdensome on businesses and industries that rely on TCE for their operations. If Bill 119 hjres 27 is passed, it would signify Congress's disapproval of the EPA's rule on TCE regulation. This could potentially lead to changes in the way TCE is regulated under the TSCA, impacting how the chemical is used and managed in various industries. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 27 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over environmental regulations and the balance between protecting public health and supporting economic growth.
Congress
119

Number
HJRES - 27

Introduced on
2025-01-22

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/22/2025

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Bill 119 hjres 27 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the regulation of Trichloroethylene (TCE) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). TCE is a chemical commonly used as a solvent and degreaser in industrial processes.

The bill falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations proposed by federal agencies. In this case, the EPA's rule on TCE regulation is being called into question.

The EPA's rule on TCE regulation under the TSCA is intended to protect public health and the environment by setting limits on the use and exposure to this potentially harmful chemical. However, some members of Congress believe that the rule may be overly restrictive or burdensome on businesses and industries that rely on TCE for their operations. If Bill 119 hjres 27 is passed, it would signify Congress's disapproval of the EPA's rule on TCE regulation. This could potentially lead to changes in the way TCE is regulated under the TSCA, impacting how the chemical is used and managed in various industries. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 27 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over environmental regulations and the balance between protecting public health and supporting economic growth.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Trichloroethylene (TCE); Regulation Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)".

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

Comments

APPROVED
BB
Baylor Bryan
@onion_powder_goji_berry_brioche83553
I can't believe this bill is passing! It's gonna be bad for the environment, right? What's gonna happen next?

APPROVED
IF
Isabelle Fuller
@balvenie_lentils_beet90181
I think this bill is bad because it allows more harmful chemicals in our environment. I don't want to breathe in toxic stuff!

APPROVED
ET
Edith Thornton
@baguette_apricot_rose76204
this bill is so dumb, it's gonna mess everything up for me and my fam. smh #notcool

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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.