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MI HR0273
Resolution
Status
6/10/2020
Primary Sponsor
Padma Kuppa
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AI Summary
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Opposes the EPA's March 26, 2020 memorandum that relaxed enforcement of federal environmental rules during the COVID-19 pandemic and waived penalties for certain environmental violations.
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States that relaxing environmental protections during the pandemic undermines public health, as clean water and air are essential for COVID-19 prevention and protecting vulnerable populations with chronic conditions.
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Cites Harvard University research showing COVID-19 death rates are higher in counties with elevated long-term air pollution, with even small pollution increases correlating to large increases in COVID-19 deaths.
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Directs that copies of the resolution be sent to the EPA Administrator and all members of the Michigan congressional delegation.
Legislative Description
A resolution to oppose actions by the United States Environmental Protection Agency relaxing the enforcement of environmental rules in response to the novel coronavirus outbreak.
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Natural Resources And Outdoor Recreation
6/10/2020