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Primacy Certainty Act of 2023
3/14/2024, 3:45 AM
Summary of Bill S 1718
Bill 118 s 1718, also known as the Primacy Certainty Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to establish a clear and consistent process for determining which state agencies have primary authority over certain environmental regulations.
The bill outlines specific criteria that must be met in order for a state agency to be granted primacy over a particular environmental regulation. These criteria include demonstrating that the state agency has the necessary resources, expertise, and enforcement capabilities to effectively regulate the specific issue in question.
Additionally, the Primacy Certainty Act of 2023 aims to streamline the process for states to apply for and receive primacy over environmental regulations. This is intended to reduce confusion and uncertainty for both state agencies and regulated entities, ultimately leading to more efficient and effective environmental regulation. Overall, the Primacy Certainty Act of 2023 seeks to promote greater clarity and consistency in the allocation of regulatory authority between state and federal agencies, ultimately benefiting both the environment and the regulated community.
The bill outlines specific criteria that must be met in order for a state agency to be granted primacy over a particular environmental regulation. These criteria include demonstrating that the state agency has the necessary resources, expertise, and enforcement capabilities to effectively regulate the specific issue in question.
Additionally, the Primacy Certainty Act of 2023 aims to streamline the process for states to apply for and receive primacy over environmental regulations. This is intended to reduce confusion and uncertainty for both state agencies and regulated entities, ultimately leading to more efficient and effective environmental regulation. Overall, the Primacy Certainty Act of 2023 seeks to promote greater clarity and consistency in the allocation of regulatory authority between state and federal agencies, ultimately benefiting both the environment and the regulated community.
Congressional Summary of S 1718
Primacy Certainty Act of 2023
This bill modifies provisions of the underground injection control program established under the Safe Drinking Water Act related to the review of state applications to obtain responsibility for regulating Class VI wells, which are used to store captured carbon. The bill sets forth a process to give states primary enforcement responsibility for such wells if the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) fails to meet specified deadlines.
In addition, the bill prohibits the EPA from conditioning the approval of state applications on the inclusion of provisions that are not included in the applications or not explicitly required by the Safe Drinking Water Act.
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Current Status of Bill S 1718
Bill S 1718 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill S 1718 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 18, 2023. Bill S 1718's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of May 18, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1718
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1718
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionPotential Impact Areas
- Environmental technology
- State and local government operations
- Water quality
- Water use and supply
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1718
Primacy Certainty Act of 2023
Primacy Certainty Act of 2023
A bill to amend the Safe Drinking Water Act to clarify the requisite timeline for making a decision on the approval or disapproval of a State underground injection control program, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1718
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