EPA’s proposed rule invoking tighter industry ozone standards is widely characterized as the most expensive regulation ever imposed upon the American public. If allowed, countless businesses wishing to expand or build new power plants and factories will face higher permitting thresholds, pay fines to offset their emissions, or even shut-down altogether.
Although an ozone standard authorized under EPA’s Clean Air Act doesn’t regulate businesses directly, it nevertheless accomplishes that same outcome. In forcing states to comply, they in turn, can compel municipalities along with utilities, refineries, and other public and private entities to curb operations or install new equipment. Such costs are passed on to the nation and public.
Whereas the “ozone layer” in the upper atmosphere which protects us from harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun is essential, when concentrated at ground level . . . not so much. Accordingly, few are likely to argue that regulating ground-level ozone, a key component of unhealthy smog, isn’t necessary.
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One of the few issues, I agree with, that our GOP led Congress is addressing or will be addressing is the scope and outrageousness of the EPA. Their plans are to reign in on some of the, 'presumed by the EPA', powers they have. And, I for one am damn glad of it., it's about time.
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