Andrew Clyde (R-GA)
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper: Improvements (LCRI)".
A Republican resolution with no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This joint resolution aims to provide congressional disapproval of a specific rule from the Environmental Protection Agency. The rule in question is titled ``National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper: Improvements (LCRI)''. If passed, this resolution would ensure that the rule has no force or effect. The resolution was submitted by Mr. Clyde in the House of Representatives.
Yes
No question was scored yes.
The opposite· 3 of 9
- Scored -7
Would children be better off under this?
The reversal of lead and copper regulations removes protections that are critical for preventing neurodevelopmental issues in children exposed to contaminated water.
- Scored -6
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The resolution prevents the implementation of new EPA regulations intended to improve water quality by limiting lead and copper in drinking water.
- Scored -5
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
By nullifying the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, the resolution removes requirements designed to reduce lead exposure in drinking water, which could negatively impact water safety and public health access.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- There are no specific benefits or positive impacts for individuals or groups of people explicitly detailed within the provided text.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- There are no specific negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people explicitly detailed within the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would children be better off under this? — The reversal of lead and copper regulations removes protections that are critical for preventing neurodevelopmental issues in children exposed to contaminated water. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The removal of water quality standards can disproportionately impact minority communities that are statistically more likely to live in areas with aging water infrastructure. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The removal of water quality standards can disproportionately impact Hispanic communities that are statistically more likely to live in areas with aging water infrastructure. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Lower-income households often reside in areas with older infrastructure more vulnerable to lead contamination, and this resolution removes protections against that risk. Would women be better off under this? — Reduced water safety standards can pose health risks to women of childbearing age due to potential heavy metal exposure.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The resolution prevents the implementation of new EPA regulations intended to improve water quality by limiting lead and copper in drinking water.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — By nullifying the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, the resolution removes requirements designed to reduce lead exposure in drinking water, which could negatively impact water safety and public health access.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The resolution uses congressional authority to strike down a federal agency rule, thereby limiting the power of the EPA to regulate environmental standards.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Preventing stricter water quality standards may disproportionately affect lower-income communities that rely on public water systems more heavily.
- 2/12/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Introduced in House
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