Senate EPW hearing on TSCA fees and new-chemicals draft exposes split: industry seeks predictability, Democrats warn of weakened protections Witnesses and senators debated a TSCA discussion draft that would set review timelines and new pathways for certain chemistries; industry witnesses urged predictable, conditions-of-use pathways for semiconductors while Democrats and former EPA officials warned the draft could let unreviewed chemicals into commerce and that staffing and scientific integrity are major constraints.

The Senate is caught in a fierce debate over the future of chemical safety, as industry leaders push for faster reviews while environmental advocates warn of potential risks to public health.

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DC budget committee reviews mayor's climate cuts amid congressional revenue challenges Committee scrutinizes FY '26 budget's drastic environmental funding reductions and congressional financial impacts.

The DC budget committee is grappling with drastic cuts to environmental funding amidst looming financial challenges, raising urgent questions about the future of sustainable initiatives in the District.

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EPA Administrator Zeldin faces tough questions on Citibank asset freeze investigation Zeldin discusses the legal complexities and ongoing investigation regarding Citibank’s frozen assets.

EPA Administrator Zeldin is under fire as Senate discussions reveal a tangled web of investigations and a controversial asset freeze linked to Citibank.

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