CCAGW Annual Ratings

Suspending Kiln Emission Standards – Passage

Description: 

Passage of the bill that would suspend the Environmental Protection Agency's rules issued Oct. 26, 2015 and Dec. 4, 2015 regarding emissions standards for hazardous air pollutants from kilns and other facilities that manufacture brick and structural clay products or clay ceramics until all judicial reviews of such rules are completed. It would also delay implementation of an agency rule setting performance standards for new residential wood heaters until May 15, 2023.

Vote Number: 
House Vote 99
Bill Number: 
HR 1917
CCAGW Position: 
Yea
Vote Results: 
Passed 234-180 : R 228-1; D 6-179