HR. 161Introduced
New Source Review Permitting Improvement Act
Modifies EPA New Source Review permitting rules by narrowing when changes at stationary sources count as modifications, especially for emissions increases and reliability or safety projects
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Modifies EPA New Source Review permitting rules by narrowing when changes at stationary sources count as modifications, especially for emissions increases and reliability or safety projects
Key points
- Modify NSR modification definitions
- Limit construction change coverage
- Exclude certain source changes
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Introduced
Latest action
2026-04-28 — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 542.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedAir qualityBuilding constructionEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchEnvironmental ProtectionEnvironmental regulatory proceduresLicensing and registrationsPollution liability