When we wrote the new law over the last couple of years, we told EPA to--try to first figure out whether or not a chemical was dangerous, and then to consider the cost when the agency was deciding how to protect people from whatever risk the agency had identified.
Carper explains the intent behind the new chemical safety law.
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I usually default to the golden rule, and I think in this case it's a pretty good guide as well.
I move to concur in the House amendment to S. 4367. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under the previous order, there will be up to 1 hour, equally divided.
I ask unanimous consent that privileges of the floor be granted to the following member of my staff, Kelly Powers, during the pendency of today, July 25, 2024. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.
I think the greatest way that the Commission can have an impact on that is probably through our rate-making authority.
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