Us Congress House Bill HB2193

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/29/23
• Refer: 3/29/23
• Refer: 3/30/23
• Refer: 4/7/23
• Refer: 4/28/23

Caption

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Environmental Protection Agency,, Buildings and Facilities for fiscal year 2024.

Impact

If enacted, HB 2193 would effectively curtail the fiscal resources available to the EPA, which could result in significant implications for environmental oversight and the agency's capacity to manage infrastructure projects. Critics argue that limiting funding may hinder the EPA's ability to enforce existing environmental regulations and support necessary improvements in facilities that safeguard public health and environmental integrity. Proponents, however, may frame the bill as a necessary step toward fiscal responsibility and reducing governmental waste.

Summary

House Bill 2193 proposes a limitation on the availability of funds allocated to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for buildings and facilities for the fiscal year 2024. Specifically, the bill stipulates that the funding for the EPA will not exceed $34,467,000. This proposal reflects an increased scrutiny of federal spending, particularly within environmental agencies, and suggests a shift in how fiscal resources are prioritized by Congress, particularly among those advocating for reduced government expenditure on environmental management.

Contention

The discussions surrounding HB 2193 are likely to generate contention between those advocating for environmental protections and those pushing for reduced federal spending. Opponents of the bill are expected to express concerns regarding how funding cuts could undermine the effectiveness of the EPA, while supporters may argue that the bill reflects a necessary realignment of government spending priorities. The outcome of this bill could indicate broader trends in legislative approaches toward environmental management in relation to fiscal discipline.