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RepublicanBill · H.J.Res. 76· House(119-HJRES-76)

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Updates to New Chemicals Regulations Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)".

Rep. Higgins
Age: 65 years
Louisiana
Introduced
3/10/2025
Last activity
3/10/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by
Clay Higgins
Cosponsors
Republican - 1Democrat - 0
Environmental Protection
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This joint resolution aims to overturn a specific rule from the Environmental Protection Agency. The rule in question involves updates to new chemicals regulations under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). By passing this resolution, Congress would express its disapproval of the rule. If approved, the EPA rule would have no force or effect. This action is being taken under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code.

Yes

  • Would business owners be better off under this?+2

    Removing chemical regulations can reduce operational and compliance costs for businesses.

  • Is this likely to grow the economy?+1

    By overturning chemical regulations, it may reduce compliance costs for industrial sectors.

  • Does this make it easier to run a small business?+1

    The reduction in regulatory oversight may lower barriers for chemical-related businesses.

The opposite· 3 of 7

  • Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-3

    The resolution explicitly aims to nullify updated EPA regulations intended to manage chemical safety.

  • Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?-3

    Overturning new chemical regulations may reduce the oversight of substances that impact consumer safety.

  • Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?-2

    Reducing chemical regulation oversight may potentially lead to less environmental protection.