Rollback of Clean Air Act Regulation on Toxic Air Pollutants

SOURCE www.npr.org
Congress has voted to roll back a Clean Air Act regulation that strictly controls toxic air pollutants emitted by industrial facilities like oil refineries, chemical plants, and steel mills, potentially leading to higher pollution levels and harm to human health.

Key Points

  • Congress voted to undo a Clean Air Act regulation controlling toxic air pollutants from industrial facilities
  • Rollback could lead to higher pollution levels and harm human health
  • Environmental and public health advocates condemn the decision

Pros

  • Reduction in compliance costs for manufacturers
  • Incentivizing better environmental outcomes for industry

Cons

  • Potential increase in hazardous air pollution levels
  • Risk of harm to human health from exposure to toxic pollutants