US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HJR76

Introduced
3/10/25  

Caption

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)".

Impact

If passed, HJR76 would effectively nullify the specified EPA rule, preventing its implementation. This action indicates a significant shift in the oversight of chemical safety regulations, as it would remove a set of regulatory frameworks that could potentially tighten controls over new chemical substances entering the market. Supporters of the resolution argue that it promotes economic development by ensuring that new chemicals can be brought to market more rapidly without excessive regulations, while opponents may warn about the potential risks to public health and environmental safety that could arise from loosening such regulations.

Summary

HJR76 is a joint resolution aimed at expressing congressional disapproval of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding updates to new chemicals regulations under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). This resolution encapsulates the legislative process that allows Congress to overturn regulations deemed unfavorable by legislators. It reflects a response to perceived overreach by the EPA in its regulatory framework governing new chemicals, suggesting a sentiment among some lawmakers that the existing rule should not be enforced.

Contention

The key points of contention surrounding HJR76 center on the balance between regulatory oversight and economic growth. Proponents of the resolution are primarily concerned with the regulatory burdens that businesses face and advocate for a more streamlined approval process for new chemicals. Conversely, critics emphasize the critical role of stringent chemical regulations in protecting health and the environment, questioning whether such congressional disapproval serves the public interest. This debate underscores a larger philosophical divide regarding the role of government in regulating industry and ensuring public safety.

Congress_id

119-HJRES-76

Policy_area

Environmental Protection

Introduced_date

2025-03-10

Companion Bills

US SJR19

Related This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency rule titled Trichloroethylene (TCE); Regulation Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) (89 Fed. Reg. 102568) and published on December 17, 2024. Among other elements, the rule prohibits the manufacturing, import, processing, and distribution in commerce of trichloroethylene (TCE) for all uses (including consumer uses), and prohibits the industrial and commercial use of TCE.

Previously Filed As

US HJR44

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)".

US SJR187

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Modification to the Start of the Submission Period for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Reporting and Recordkeeping Under TSCA 8(a)(7)".

US HJR52

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Housing Finance Agency relating to "Quality Control Standards for Automated Valuation Models".

US HJR51

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Quality Control Standards for Automated Valuation Models".

US HJR61

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 Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing".

US HJR46

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). 

US HJR45

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Reconsideration of the Dust-Lead Hazard Standards and Dust-Lead Post-Abatement Clearance Levels".

US SJR29

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Air Plan Approval; Ohio; Withdrawal of Technical Amendment".

US HJR154

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to the Adverse Effect Wage Rate.

US HJR47

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency relating to "Quality Control Standards for Automated Valuation Models".

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