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Ending Oil and Gas Emission Loopholes, Hydrogen Sulfide as Hazardous Pollutant.

This act aims to improve air quality by eliminating existing exemptions for oil and gas companies regarding the aggregation of emissions. This means these companies will face stricter controls on their pollution. Additionally, hydrogen sulfide, a harmful substance, will be officially recognized as a hazardous air pollutant, leading to new regulations on its emissions, including from oil and gas wells. Ultimately, this could contribute to a healthier environment and better air quality in extraction areas.
Key points
Oil and gas companies will lose exemptions for aggregating emissions, potentially leading to stricter pollution controls.
Hydrogen sulfide will be designated as a hazardous air pollutant, requiring new regulations on its emissions, including from oil and gas wells.
The goal is to improve air quality and public health by reducing harmful substance emissions.
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Additional Information
CLOSE Act
Print number: HR 4782
Sponsor: Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9]
Process start date: 2023-07-20