In my opinion, when you look at maps like this, it absolutely shows us why we have to fix TSCA through a strong bipartis...
So obviously, if you zoom past 25, if you get to 40, if you go past 40, there is no ceiling, there is nothing in the law...
So for that particular path, the rules are different and more allowing of the State regulations to continue?
Doesn't it keep in place any State regulation that exists prior to the EPA taking up a chemical until the EPA makes a co...
So if a State has already acted, even if EPA takes on a chemical, even if EPA says, you can drink this and you will have...
And the Vitter-Udall bill gives EPA more resources through user fees, correct?
There has been this attempt over and over to somehow characterize this as a pure industry bill with somehow no support a...
With the new fee structure and the new authority and enhanced powers given the EPA under Udall-Vitter, don't we have a m...
Yes. And in fact, the Udall-Vitter bill gives EPA more authority, correct?
So if a State has a regulation on a chemical that EPA takes up, that regulation doesn't go away unless and until EPA ess...
Senator Tom Udall stepped in to help preserve Frank's legacy.
The principle also reflects a desire that there be timely decisions.
EPA needs clear authority to take risk management actions when chemicals do not meet the safety standards.
TSCA reform should encourage green chemistry, assure transparency, and include stricter requirements.
I believe we have the opportunity to actually reform a law and improve lives and save lives.
Isn't it true that EPA has complete discretion over accepting or denying those requests, over accepting or denying that ...
Are we here to accomplish something that protects the public health and the environment?
Your work and EPA's work with us has been very constructive.