ACC Calls on Senators to Delay EPA Action on Stationary Source Rules

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Sep 28, 2010, 03:30 ET

WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Chemistry Council today joined 16 other organizations in calling for a delay in the imposition of new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rules regarding greenhouse gas emissions from stationary sources. In letters to key members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, ACC and peer organizations representing a broad swath of the American economy urged Senators to act now, before they go into recess, to stop what is a real threat to our economic recovery.

"If EPA is allowed to impose these new rules, it could slam the brakes on our economic recovery," said Cal Dooley, President and CEO of the American Chemistry Council. "This will force the postponement of planned investments in new industrial facilities, meaning fewer jobs will be created and existing jobs will be lost. We simply can't afford this right now."

The letters urge the Committee to delay the EPA action by inserting language into the Continuing Resolution to be considered later this week. This will give Congress time to thoughtfully consider greenhouse gas reductions when it returns to session.

In addition to Dooley, leaders representing agriculture, mining, manufacturing and other industries signed the letters. The letters may be viewed at http://www.americanchemistry.com/11382 and http://www.americanchemistry.com/11383.

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The American Chemistry Council (ACC) represents the leading companies engaged in the business of chemistry. ACC members apply the science of chemistry to make innovative products and services that make people's lives better, healthier and safer. ACC is committed to improved environmental, health and safety performance through Responsible Care^®, common sense advocacy designed to address major public policy issues, and health and environmental research and product testing. The business of chemistry is a $674 billion enterprise and a key element of the nation's economy. It is one of the nation's largest exporters, accounting for ten cents out of every dollar in U.S. exports. Chemistry companies are among the largest investors in research and development. Safety and security have always been primary concerns of ACC members, and they have intensified their efforts, working closely with government agencies to improve security and to defend against any threat to the nation's critical infrastructure.

SOURCE American Chemistry Council