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Industry Streamlining: Air Pollution Rule Changes

This act changes the rules for when alterations to factories and other large pollution sources are considered "modifications" or "construction." It aims to make it easier for companies to implement changes that might reduce pollution per unit of production or improve safety and reliability, without extensive permitting. This could impact air quality near large industrial facilities.
Key points
Simplifies modernization for companies if changes aim to reduce pollution per unit of production.
Changes improving safety or operational reliability will not automatically be treated as "modifications" requiring new permits, unless they significantly increase emissions harmful to health or the environment.
New rules define a "modification" only if the maximum hourly emission rate after the change is higher than in the preceding 10-year period.
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Additional Information
New Source Review Permitting Improvement Act
Print number: HR 245
Sponsor: Rep. Griffith, H. Morgan [R-VA-9]
Process start date: 2021-01-11
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Industry Streamlining: Air Pollution Rule Changes

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 245.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Simplifies modernization for companies if changes aim to reduce pollution per unit of production.
  • Changes improving safety or operational reliability will not automatically be treated as "modifications" requiring new permits, unless they significantly increase emissions harmful to health or the environment.
  • New rules define a "modification" only if the maximum hourly emission rate after the change is higher than in the preceding 10-year period.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Griffith, H. Morgan [R-VA-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 245

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