Clean Air and Building Infrastructure Improvement Act
EPA Air Quality Rules: New Requirements for Construction Permits
This bill has been approved by the committee and is now waiting for the full House of Representatives to consider it. It is currently placed on the Union Calendar, which means it is ready for future debate. The bill is actively moving through the legislative process.
Legislative Progress
This bill passed a House committee but faces strong opposition from those who want stricter environmental enforcement. It is unlikely to get enough support in the Senate.
Key Points
- This bill requires the EPA to provide clear instructions at the same time they announce new air quality standards. Right now, there is often a long wait between when a rule is made and when the agency explains how to follow it.
- If the EPA does not release these instructions immediately, the new air quality standards cannot be used to deny construction permits. This ensures that builders have the information they need before they are forced to meet new requirements.
- The bill also protects construction projects that are already in progress. It says that certain projects do not have to meet the strict 2024 soot standards if their permit applications were already finished or nearly finished.
- This change is meant to help factories and infrastructure projects move forward without being stuck in a waiting period. It prevents the government from changing the rules in the middle of a project without explaining how to comply.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 543.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-626.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 28 - 24.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by the Yeas and Nays: 12 - 10.
Votes
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News
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Clean Air and Building Infrastructure Improvement Act
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