To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Environmental Protection Agency, State and Tribal Assistance Grants for fiscal year 2024.
Impact
If enacted, HB 2197 could significantly reduce the financial resources available for state and tribal governments to tackle environmental issues. This limitation on funding may affect various programs designed to address air and water quality, waste management, and other crucial environmental concerns at the state and tribal levels. Public health, resource conservation, and community development initiatives could also see repercussions as a result of reduced funding, leading to potential challenges in meeting environmental standards.
Summary
House Bill 2197 seeks to impose a funding limitation on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) specifically regarding State and Tribal Assistance Grants for the fiscal year 2024. The bill stipulates that the total amounts authorized to be appropriated for these grants cannot exceed $3,595,395,000. This measure has been introduced as a part of broader fiscal discipline regarding government expenditures on environmental programs and grants, reflecting an ongoing debate on the role of federal agencies in regulating and providing support for environmental initiatives.
Contention
The introduction of HB 2197 is likely to face contention from various stakeholders, including environmental advocacy groups and affected state agencies, who argue that reduced funding could hinder essential environmental protections. Supporters of the bill, on the other hand, might argue that it promotes fiscal responsibility and limits federal overreach by empowering local jurisdictions to manage their own environmental initiatives without reliance on extensive federal funding. This division reflects a broader ideological struggle over the appropriate size and function of government in environmental policy.
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