US Federal Senate Bill SJR187

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/27/26
• Refer: 4/27/26

Caption

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Modification to the Start of the Submission Period for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Reporting and Recordkeeping Under TSCA 8(a)(7)".

Summary

SJR187 is a congressional disapproval resolution under the Congressional Review Act that targets an Environmental Protection Agency rule concerning PFAS reporting and recordkeeping under TSCA section 8(a)(7). Specifically, it would overturn EPA’s rule titled “Modification to the Start of the Submission Period for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Reporting and Recordkeeping Under TSCA 8(a)(7),” published at 91 Fed. Reg. 18786 (April 13, 2026). If adopted by Congress and signed or otherwise enacted through the CRA process, the rule would have no force or effect. The resolution does not create a new regulatory program or amend TSCA directly; instead, it uses Congress’s disapproval authority to nullify an existing EPA rule. Its practical effect would be to block the EPA’s modification to the timing of the PFAS submission period, leaving the agency unable to implement that specific change unless a new rule is later issued and not disapproved. The bill therefore affects regulated entities subject to PFAS reporting and recordkeeping requirements, including chemical manufacturers, processors, importers, and other parties covered by TSCA reporting obligations.

Impact

If enacted, SJR187 would invalidate the EPA’s PFAS reporting-rule modification and prevent the agency from enforcing that particular timing change. It would not itself establish replacement reporting requirements, but it would preserve the status quo or prior rule framework by removing the challenged EPA action from effect. The resolution is aimed at federal environmental and chemical-regulation policy, especially TSCA-based PFAS disclosure and recordkeeping obligations.

Sentiment

Based on the text and available context, the bill appears to reflect a policy dispute over EPA’s handling of PFAS reporting deadlines rather than a broad bipartisan consensus. Because there are no committee transcripts or recorded votes provided, there is no direct evidence of floor debate or formal support/opposition in the available record. The introduction of a disapproval resolution suggests the sponsor’s intent to oppose the EPA rule, while the absence of further action in the context leaves overall legislative sentiment unclear.

Contention

The main point of contention is the EPA’s decision to modify the start date for the PFAS submission period under TSCA 8(a)(7). Supporters of the resolution are likely to argue that the agency’s change should be blocked, while opponents would likely defend the EPA’s authority to adjust implementation timing for reporting and recordkeeping. The affected stakeholders are regulated chemical and industrial entities, environmental regulators, and advocates concerned with PFAS disclosure, compliance burdens, and public-health oversight.