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Better Air for Health: New Pollution Monitoring Rules

This act aims to improve air quality and protect public health by expanding pollution monitoring near industrial facilities and in communities. Citizens will gain easier access to air quality data, allowing them to better assess health risks and the impact of pollution on their lives. New obligations for companies regarding emission measurements and rapid response to exceedances will be introduced.
Key points
Expanded air pollution monitoring around industrial facilities and in communities, including hazardous substances.
Public and easy access to air quality data, in multiple languages, increasing awareness of risks.
Requirement to install additional air quality monitoring stations, especially in high-risk health areas and vulnerable communities.
Deployment of air quality sensors in communities affected by air pollution, prioritizing areas with high health risks.
Obligation for companies to respond quickly and address the causes of pollution level exceedances, with penalties for violations.
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Print number: 117_HR_8352
Sponsor: Rep. Blunt Rochester, Lisa [D-DE-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-07-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Public Health Air Quality Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8352.

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 2022-07-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expanded air pollution monitoring around industrial facilities and in communities, including hazardous substances.
  • Public and easy access to air quality data, in multiple languages, increasing awareness of risks.
  • Requirement to install additional air quality monitoring stations, especially in high-risk health areas and vulnerable communities.
  • Deployment of air quality sensors in communities affected by air pollution, prioritizing areas with high health risks.
  • Obligation for companies to respond quickly and address the causes of pollution level exceedances, with penalties for violations.
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. Blunt Rochester, Lisa [D-DE-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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