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Blocking Regulatory Interference from Closing Kilns Act of 2017

4/7/2025, 3:21 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1917

Bill 115 hr 1917, also known as the Blocking Regulatory Interference from Closing Kilns Act of 2017, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to prevent the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from enforcing certain regulations that would require the closure of certain industrial kilns.

The bill specifically targets regulations related to emissions standards for industrial kilns, which are used in various industries such as cement manufacturing and brick making. Supporters of the bill argue that these regulations are overly burdensome and would result in the closure of many kilns, leading to job losses and economic hardship in affected communities.

Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that the regulations are necessary to protect public health and the environment from harmful pollutants emitted by industrial kilns. They believe that the EPA should be allowed to enforce these regulations in order to ensure that kiln operators are held accountable for their emissions. Overall, the Blocking Regulatory Interference from Closing Kilns Act of 2017 is a controversial piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate between industry interests and environmental concerns. It remains to be seen how this bill will progress through Congress and what impact it may have on the regulation of industrial kilns in the United States.

Current Status of Bill HR 1917

Bill HR 1917 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 5, 2017. Bill HR 1917 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on April 5, 2017.  Bill HR 1917's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of March 8, 2018

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1917

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1917

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

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