SJRES 187
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Modification to the Start of the Submission Period for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Reporting and Recordkeeping Under TSCA 8(a)(7)".
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Bill overview
This joint resolution seeks to overturn a rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the timing of reporting and recordkeeping requirements for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Congress is using the process of congressional disapproval to invalidate the EPA’s rule, effectively preventing it from being enforced. The resolution aims to maintain the existing reporting schedule for PFAS substances.
Key provisions
- Congress disapproves the EPA rule.
- The rule’s provisions will have no legal force or effect.
- The resolution targets a specific EPA rule concerning PFAS reporting.
- It utilizes the congressional disapproval process under Title 5 of the U.S. Code.
- The rule relates to TSCA 8(a)(7) requirements.
Who is affected
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- Companies that manufacture or import PFAS substances
- Businesses subject to TSCA reporting requirements
Notable changes
- This action seeks to alter the timeline for PFAS reporting and recordkeeping.
- It represents a congressional attempt to influence EPA rulemaking.
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119th CONGRESS — 2d Session
S. J. RES. 187
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
JOINT RESOLUTION
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to Modification to the Start of the
Submission Period for Perfluoroalkyl
and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances
(PFAS) Reporting and Recordkeeping
Under TSCA 8(a)(7)
.
That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to Modification to the Start of the Submission Period for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Reporting and Recordkeeping Under TSCA 8(a)(7)
(91 Fed. Reg. 18786 (April 13, 2026)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.