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Easier Industrial Upgrades, Air Quality Impact

New rules change how industrial facilities modernize, making it easier for them to implement changes that can improve efficiency or safety. Citizens should be aware that these changes might affect local air quality, as the definitions of what requires an emissions permit have been altered. The act aims to simplify procedures for businesses while introducing new criteria for assessing health and environmental impacts.
Key points
Companies can more easily upgrade their facilities if changes aim to reduce pollution per unit of production, improve safety, or reliability.
Facility changes will not require new permits if they do not increase the maximum hourly emission rate above the last 10 years' levels, unless it causes adverse health or environmental effects.
The new rules aim to accelerate investments in existing facilities, which could impact local environment and economy.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_161
Sponsor: Rep. Griffith, H. Morgan [R-VA-9]
Process start date: 2025-01-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

New Source Review Permitting Improvement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_161.

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 2025-01-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Companies can more easily upgrade their facilities if changes aim to reduce pollution per unit of production, improve safety, or reliability.
  • Facility changes will not require new permits if they do not increase the maximum hourly emission rate above the last 10 years' levels, unless it causes adverse health or environmental effects.
  • The new rules aim to accelerate investments in existing facilities, which could impact local environment and economy.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 28 - 23.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

CATEGORIES

Environment Economy