H.R.1415 - No Industrial Restrictions in Secret Act of 2025; No IRIS Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 1415, the "No IRIS Act of 2025," aims to prevent the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from using assessments generated by the Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) in its rulemakings and regulatory actions. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 18, 2025, and referred to multiple committees. The bill effectively limits the EPA's ability to use IRIS assessments for regulatory purposes.
Expected Effects
If enacted, this bill would restrict the EPA's ability to regulate industries based on IRIS assessments. This could lead to reduced environmental regulations and potentially impact public health and environmental protection. The practical effect is a shift away from using specific EPA risk assessments in regulatory decision-making.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially reduces regulatory burdens on businesses, fostering economic growth.
- May streamline the regulatory process by removing a layer of assessment.
- Could lead to lower compliance costs for industries.
- May encourage the EPA to seek alternative assessment methods.
- Could spur debate and re-evaluation of the IRIS program's methodologies.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potentially weakens environmental and public health protections.
- May limit the EPA's ability to address emerging environmental risks.
- Could lead to increased pollution and health problems.
- May undermine the scientific basis of environmental regulations.
- Could create uncertainty about the future of environmental risk assessment.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill's alignment with the Constitution is complex. Congress has the power to legislate and regulate interstate commerce (Article I, Section 8), which includes environmental regulations. However, limiting the EPA's ability to use scientific assessments could be argued as hindering the agency's ability to execute laws effectively. The bill does not directly infringe upon individual rights outlined in the Bill of Rights.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).