Congress has voted to revoke a Clean Air Act regulation that imposed stringent controls on toxic emissions from various industrial facilities, marking a historic rollback of environmental protections. This controversial decision has drawn criticism from environmental groups and public health advocates, who warn it could lead to elevated pollution levels detrimental to human health. The regulation targeted seven hazardous pollutants including mercury and dioxins, initially enforced in the 1990s before being rolled back during the Trump administration. President Trump is expected to sign this resolution, which is part of a broader strategy to diminish environmental regulations.
Congress's decision to undo a Clean Air Act regulation on industrial air pollutants marks a significant rollback of environmental protections, risking human health.
The rollback of strict pollutant emissions regulations could lead to increases in cancer, birth defects, and brain damage, according to environmental health experts.
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