H.R. 1633 would prevent the EPA from revising standards on coarse particulate matter for one year and would exclude the dust produced by farm operations – referred to as “nuisance dust” – from regulation under the Clean Air Act.
Rules Resource for H.R. 1633 – Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act of 2011
Summary
Type of Rule
Structured rule (making only particular amendments in order) for consideration of H.R. 1633. Reported by a vote of 7 yeas to 4 nays.
Amendments
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Republican
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Democratic
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Bipartisan
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Submitted
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3
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8
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0
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Withdrawn
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0 |
0
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0 |
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Made in Order
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3 |
5
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0
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Other Elements of the Rule
- Provides one hour of general debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Provides 10 minutes of debate for each of the 8 amendments made in order.
- Provides one motion to recommit with or without instructions.
- Floor Managers: Webster/Polis
Floor Action Expected
The rule and the bill are expected to be debated on the floor: December 8, 2011