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Chemical Facility Security: A Comparison of S. 157 and S. 994

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jun 11, 2003

The bills would initially include chemicals for which risk management plans are required under the Clean Air Act. … Both would have the lead agency begin by looking at the chemicals listed by EPA under the Clean Air Act (CAA), Section 112(r)(3).

Congressional and Executive Authority Over Foreign Trade Agreements

Congressional research report · Reports · Sep 25, 2025

. § 13401; see CRS In Focus IF12600, Clean Vehicle Tax Credits, by Donald J. Marples and Nicholas E. Buffie (2024). 226 Clean Vehicle Credits Rule, 89 Fed. … Id. 229 Clean Vehicle Credits Rule, 89 Fed. Reg. at 37725.

Surface Transportation Reauthorization Legislation in the 112th Congress: Major Provisions Pending in the Senate

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Mar 2, 2012

, the Clean Water Act, the Endangered Species Act, or other laws. … Under the Clean Air Act, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was directed to set air quality standards for certain pollutants.

Climate Change: CRS Experts

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jun 18, 2014

Air Act and greenhouse gas regulation [author name scrubbed] Specialist in Environmental Policy [phone number scrubbed] [email address scrubbed] Greenhouse gas control, cap-and-trade … Air Act, environmental law [author name scrubbed] Legislative Attorney [phone number scrubbed] [email address scrubbed] International trade law and the environment [author

The World Bank Group Energy Sector Strategy

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Apr 16, 2013

Clean Technology Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2010 (P.L. 111-117, §7081(g), December 16, 2009, 123 Stat. 524). … The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2010 authorizes and appropriates funds for new environment and energy programs, including the Clean Technology Fund, a trust fund housed at the World Bank.

Selected Potential Considerations with Respect to Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal: In Brief

Congressional research report · Reports · Mar 10, 2025

Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C. §403); the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C. §1251 et seq.); and the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA; 16 U.S.C. §1801 et seq.), among others. … Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has clarified that marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) activities, such as ocean alkalinity enhancement (OAE), may require a permit under either the Clean Water Act

Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA): Selected Regulatory and Legislative Issues

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 31, 2011

S.Rept. 111-121), the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act, reported by the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. … The bills also would have amended the Clean Air Act and established a coordinated certification and permitting process for geologic sequestration sites.

EPA and the Army Corps’ Rule to Define “Waters of the United States”

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 5, 2017

The agencies extended the original 90-day comment period twice for a total of 207 days. 7 Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers, and Environmental Protection Agency, “Clean Water Rule: Definition … Water Act, the final authority regarding Clean Water Act jurisdiction remains with EPA

Automobile and Light Truck Fuel Economy: The CAFE Standards

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Apr 23, 2010

In late December 2007, the EPA denied a waiver to the state of California that would have permitted California (and other interested states) to set vehicle greenhouse gas standards under the Clean Air … Act.

USA PATRIOT Improvement and Reauthorization Act of 2005: A Sketch

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Mar 28, 2006

Initial orders authorizing such searches may be for a period of up to 120 days, with renewal orders permitted to extend the period for up to one year. … The first provides for the application of federal capital punishment procedures in air piracy cases arising before 1994.

Constitutional Authority Statements and Repeal Legislation

Congressional research report · In Focus · Aug 14, 2026

CASs for Bills to Repeal Federal Laws: 118th Congress Bill Citation Repeal Objective from the CAS Authority Cited in the CAS 118 H.R. 10454 “To repeal section 138 of the Clean Air Act, relating to … I, Sec. 8 118 H.R. 8147 “To repeal the Corporate Transparency Act” Art. I, Sec. 8 118 H.R. 7728 “Repeals section 115 of the Clean Air Act.” Arti.

Military Base Closures: Estimates of Costs and Savings

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jun 7, 2001

However, most Members of Congress were not inclined to act on an issue fraught with potential controversy, especially during a presidential election year. … Implementation period estimates are the one-time BRAC costs and savings for the 6-year period authorized to complete a BRAC action.

Electric Utility Restructuring: Overview of Basic Policy Questions

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 28, 1997

In general, the Clean Air Act imposes its most stringent pollution controls on new powerplant construction, permitting existing capacity to meet less stringent and less costly standards. … CRS-21 and whether the issue should be addressed in the context of electricity restructuring or in the context of Clean Air Act reauthorization.

Electric Utility Restructuring: Overview of Basic Policy Questions

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Jan 28, 1997

In general, the Clean Air Act imposes its most stringent pollution controls on new powerplant construction, permitting existing capacity to meet less stringent and less costly standards. … CRS-21 and whether the issue should be addressed in the context of electricity restructuring or in the context of Clean Air Act reauthorization.

Energy and Water Development: FY2024 Appropriations

Congressional research report · CRS Report · May 15, 2024

Part 431 Subpart H No. 54, Palmer (AL) Room air conditioners “None of the funds made available by this Act may be used to implement, administer, or enforce the [final] rule” 88 Federal Register 34298 … This would provide the Air Force with an alternative warhead if the W87-1 FPU is delayed.

Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations: Funding History and Agency Descriptions

Congressional research report · Reports · Jul 27, 2026

Prominent among these responsibilities is USACE administration of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. … 2005, P.L. 109-58) established the clean energy loan guarantee program by authorizing DOE to guarantee loans for projects located in the United States that (1) generally avoid or reduce air pollutants

Shale Gas, Tight Oil, and Hydraulic Fracturing: CRS Experts

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Aug 10, 2016

Environmental Management and Regulation Legislative Issues Name/Title Phone E-mail Air Quality Clean Air Act (CAA) standards, green completions, fugitive emissions … scrubbed] Legal aspects (NEPA) [author name scrubbed] Legislative Attorney [phone number scrubbed] [email address scrubbed] Water Quality and Wastewater Management Clean

Superfund Cleanup Standards Reconsidered

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Oct 25, 1995

Federal environmental laws cited in CERCLA include: the Toxic Substances Control Act, the Safe Drinking Water Act, the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, the Marine Protection, Research and Sanctuaries … and that it has not been shown that such a means is likely to be developed in a reasonable period of time.

Congressional Influence on Rulemaking and Regulation Through Appropriations Restrictions

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Aug 5, 2008

BLM reopened the comment period on the proposed rule for 120 days in October 1999. … The provision went on to say the following: “Provided, That nothing in this section shall be interpreted as amending any requirement of the Clean Air Act: Provided further, That nothing in this section

The U.S. Mining Industry and the Rosemont Decision

Congressional research report · CRS Report · Aug 26, 2024

. §§ 1251–1387); Clean Air Act, Pub. L. No. 88-206, 77 Stat. 392 (codified as amended at 42 U.S.C. §§ 7401– 7671); Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA), Pub. L. … Act of 1973, 16 U.S.C. §§ 1531–1544); National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, 54 U.S.C. §§ 300101 et seq.); Clean Water Act, 33 U.S.C. §§ 1251–1387; Clean Air Act, 42 U.S.C. §§ 7401–7671; Federal