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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 "Decabromodiphenyl Ether and Phenol, Isopropylated Phosphate (3:1); Revision to the Regulation of Persistent, Bioaccumulative, and Toxic Chemicals Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)".
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Summary of Bill HJRES 46
Bill 119 hjres 46 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the regulation of two specific chemicals: Decabromodiphenyl Ether and Phenol, Isopropylated Phosphate (3:1). These chemicals are classified as Persistent, Bioaccumulative, and Toxic (PBT) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).
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 the regulation of Decabromodiphenyl Ether and Phenol, Isopropylated Phosphate (3:1) is being challenged by Congress.
The purpose of this legislation is to provide a mechanism for Congress to express its disapproval of the EPA's rule and potentially prevent it from being implemented. By disapproving of the rule, Congress is asserting its authority to oversee and regulate the use of these chemicals in order to protect public health and the environment. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 46 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over the regulation of toxic chemicals and the role of Congress in overseeing federal agency actions.
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 the regulation of Decabromodiphenyl Ether and Phenol, Isopropylated Phosphate (3:1) is being challenged by Congress.
The purpose of this legislation is to provide a mechanism for Congress to express its disapproval of the EPA's rule and potentially prevent it from being implemented. By disapproving of the rule, Congress is asserting its authority to oversee and regulate the use of these chemicals in order to protect public health and the environment. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 46 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over the regulation of toxic chemicals and the role of Congress in overseeing federal agency actions.
Congressional Summary of HJRES 46
This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency rule relating to Decabromodiphenyl Ether and Phenol, Isopropylated Phosphate (3:1); Revision to the Regulation of Persistent, Bioaccumulative, and Toxic Chemicals Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) (89 Fed. Reg. 91486) and published on November 19, 2024. Among other elements, the rule revised regulations for two of the five persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic chemicals to address implementation issues and further reduce potential for exposures to such chemicals for humans and the environment (e.g., requiring the use of personal protective equipment during certain activities involving decabromodiphenyl ether).
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 46
Bill HJRES 46 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 12, 2025. Bill HJRES 46 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 12, 2025. Bill HJRES 46's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of February 12, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 46
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 46
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Decabromodiphenyl Ether and Phenol, Isopropylated Phosphate (3:1); Revision to the Regulation of Persistent, Bioaccumulative, and Toxic Chemicals Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)".
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Decabromodiphenyl Ether and Phenol, Isopropylated Phosphate (3:1); Revision to the Regulation of Persistent, Bioaccumulative, and Toxic Chemicals Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)".
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