Status of Legislation

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Purpose and Summary

This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency rule titled Trichloroethylene (TCE); Regulation Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) (89 Fed. Reg. 102568) and published on December 17, 2024. Among other elements, the rule prohibits the manufacturing, import, processing, and distribution in commerce of trichloroethylene (TCE) for all uses (including consumer uses), and prohibits the industrial and commercial use of TCE.

Bill 119 SJRes 19 is a joint resolution in the US Congress 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 in industrial processes and has been linked to serious health risks, including cancer and neurological disorders.

The resolution 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, Congress is seeking to disapprove of the EPA's rule on TCE regulation, indicating that they believe the rule is not in the best interest of the public or does not align with the goals of the TSCA.

The resolution is non-partisan and aims to provide a thoughtful analysis of the EPA's rule on TCE regulation. It is important for Congress to carefully consider the potential health and environmental impacts of TCE and ensure that any regulations put in place are effective in protecting the public. This resolution highlights the ongoing debate and scrutiny surrounding chemical regulation in the United States and the role of Congress in overseeing federal agency actions.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA joint resolution 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)".

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary3/17/2025

This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency rule titled Trichloroethylene (TCE); Regulation Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) (89 Fed. Reg. 102568) and published on December 17, 2024. Among other elemen...


Latest Action2/13/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.