Congressional Hearing on EPA Science and Technology
January 1, 2020
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The Frame
The hearing serves as a formal mechanism to examine how the EPA allocates its research budget and determines scientific standards that influence national environmental and public health protections.
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Environmental Protection Agency
The agency is subject to congressional oversight regarding its research funding and scientific assessment processes.
House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology
The committee members are responsible for reviewing and questioning the EPA's administrative and scientific decisions.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2020.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on September 19, 2019, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
- Chairwoman Johnson limited member questioning to 4 minutes per person due to the Administrator's noon departure.
- The Committee noted that the EPA Administrator's testimony was submitted less than 24 hours before the hearing, contrary to the 48-hour expectation.
- The hearing addressed concerns regarding proposed budget cuts to EPA research and development (R&D) programs.
- The discussion included the role of the Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) in assessing chemical health risks.
- The record includes supplemental materials submitted by various committee members, including articles, letters, and studies.
Why It Matters
The hearing serves as a formal mechanism to examine how the EPA allocates its research budget and determines scientific standards that influence national environmental and public health protections.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why were members limited to 4 minutes of questioning?
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Discoveries
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Budgetary Tension
The hearing highlights a significant conflict between the committee and the EPA regarding proposed cuts to research and development funding.
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