We thought that was clear in our language, but Senator Udall and I are going to make it crystal clear in our manager's amendment.
I think this bill fixes that.
In no way, shape or form did Frank and I intend this legislation to eliminate private rights of action under State tort law.
Thank you very much, Chairman Boxer, for convening this important hearing today on Toxic Substances Control Act.
We are not trying to shut down any private causes of action, we are not trying to have any significant impact there.
I don't think that stalemate benefits the public, but I know it benefits them in many instances.
I think you have made it clear that those are decoupled. I think that is a big step forward from the current law.
I want to particularly highlight the testimony of two folks who were in charge of this exact set of rules and regulations in law at the EPA.
This is an important hearing that I have been looking forward to.
Again, thank you, Mr. Secretary, for being here.
I would urge you to go look at that and maybe supplement your answer because if what you say is true, and I hope it is, then it is just sort...