Senators Seek To Limit TSCA Reform Bill Amendments As Support Grows

摘要

Senators backing a Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) reform bill are seeking to limit the amendments that might be offered during upcoming floor debate in order to minimize chances of a controversial chemicals policy amendment from dooming the bill, which May 7 secured an additional 14 Democratic and Republican sponsors. At a press conference to announce the new support, Sen. David Vitter (R-LA) - who introduced the bill, S. 697, with Sen. Tom Udall (D-NM) - said he is committed to an "open amendment process" on the floor. However, he added that, "We already have compromised a huge amount," noting that he believes the legislation is "in a good place now" and that too many amendments could upset that balance of bipartisan support for the bill.