HR 1055 Summary

• Urges United States Congress to modernize the Toxic Substances Control Act (15 U.S.C. § 2601 et seq.), which was enacted in 1976 and is now approximately 35 years old.

• Calls for amendments ensuring chemicals are safe for intended use, requiring companies to provide the Environmental Protection Agency with relevant safety information, and assessing risks to children from chemical exposure.

• Requests amendments that empower the EPA to impose risk management controls, enhance public access to chemical health and safety information, and provide the agency adequate staff and regulatory tools.

• Requires that amendments mandate the EPA systematically prioritize chemicals for safety assessment, act expeditiously in evaluating chemicals, and rely on scientifically valid data.

• Directs the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives to send a copy of this resolution to each member of the Arkansas congressional delegation upon adoption.