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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper: Improvements (LCRI)".
2/14/2025, 2:22 PM
Summary of Bill HJRES 44
Bill 119 hjres 44, also known as the "Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to 'National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper: Improvements (LCRI)'," is a piece of legislation that aims to overturn a rule proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the regulation of lead and copper levels in drinking water.
The EPA's rule, known as the LCRI, seeks to improve the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper by implementing stricter guidelines for monitoring and controlling the levels of these harmful substances in public water systems. The rule is intended to protect public health by reducing the risk of lead and copper contamination in drinking water, which can have serious health consequences, especially for children and pregnant women.
However, some members of Congress believe that the EPA's rule is overly burdensome and could impose unnecessary costs on water utilities and consumers. They argue that the rule could lead to increased water bills and compliance costs for municipalities, without significantly improving public health outcomes. As a result, Bill 119 hjres 44 seeks to use the Congressional Review Act to overturn the EPA's rule and prevent it from being implemented. If the bill is successful, the EPA's LCRI would be nullified, and the previous regulations for lead and copper levels in drinking water would remain in place. Overall, the passage of Bill 119 hjres 44 would have significant implications for the regulation of lead and copper in drinking water, and could impact the health and safety of millions of Americans who rely on public water systems for their drinking water.
The EPA's rule, known as the LCRI, seeks to improve the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper by implementing stricter guidelines for monitoring and controlling the levels of these harmful substances in public water systems. The rule is intended to protect public health by reducing the risk of lead and copper contamination in drinking water, which can have serious health consequences, especially for children and pregnant women.
However, some members of Congress believe that the EPA's rule is overly burdensome and could impose unnecessary costs on water utilities and consumers. They argue that the rule could lead to increased water bills and compliance costs for municipalities, without significantly improving public health outcomes. As a result, Bill 119 hjres 44 seeks to use the Congressional Review Act to overturn the EPA's rule and prevent it from being implemented. If the bill is successful, the EPA's LCRI would be nullified, and the previous regulations for lead and copper levels in drinking water would remain in place. Overall, the passage of Bill 119 hjres 44 would have significant implications for the regulation of lead and copper in drinking water, and could impact the health and safety of millions of Americans who rely on public water systems for their drinking water.
Congressional Summary of HJRES 44
This joint resolution nullifies the rule titled National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper: Improvements (LCRI), which was submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency on October 30, 2024. The rule modifies the regulations under the Safe Drinking Water Act to further reduce lead in drinking water, including by directing water systems to replace all lead and certain galvanized service lines under their control within 10 years.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 44
Bill HJRES 44 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 12, 2025. Bill HJRES 44 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 12, 2025. Bill HJRES 44's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of February 12, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 44
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 44
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper: Improvements (LCRI)".
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper: Improvements (LCRI)".
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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper: Improvements (LCRI)".
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