The U.S. Senate will vote Thursday, June 10 on a resolution that would block the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from regulating greenhouse gases under the Clean Air Act. AGC is concerned that Clean Air Act regulation of greenhouse gases would delay or stop construction projects nationwide.
Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) introduced the Senate resolution in response to EPA's effort to regulate greenhouse gases from motor vehicles that then trigger requirements for emission controls from all other sources, including commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and more.
EPA regulation under the Clean Air Act means more pre-construction permits, operating permits, and costly technology control installation requirements for building projects, and puts approval and federal funding for highway and bridge projects at risk. It also means higher energy costs for businesses and consumers that will affect demand for construction services nationwide, especially in a down economy.
AGC urges all members to contact their Senators in support of Sen. Murkowski's resolution. To send a message to your Senators, visit AGC's Legislative Action Center here.