Proposed Resolution to Overturn EPA Coal Ash Disposal Rule
July 2, 2024
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Currently IN_COMMITTEE. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
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The resolution directly challenges federal oversight of coal combustion waste, which could alter compliance costs and environmental management obligations for electric utility companies operating legacy coal ash storage sites.
Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.
Electric utility companies
These companies are subject to the EPA's disposal requirements for legacy coal ash surface impoundments.
Environmental Protection Agency
The agency's regulatory action is subject to congressional disapproval under this resolution.
Current stage: IN_COMMITTEE.
Floor Vote.
Summary
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Why It Matters
The resolution directly challenges federal oversight of coal combustion waste, which could alter compliance costs and environmental management obligations for electric utility companies operating legacy coal ash storage sites.
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Congressional Review Act Usage
The resolution demonstrates the use of the Congressional Review Act to target specific environmental rules shortly after their publication.
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