Water Quality Rule
In November 2016 , the Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA ) finalized strict water quality rules for the state of Washington . The EPA adopted parts of the state ’ s proposed water quality plan , plus even stricter limits than what the state had proposed . AWB worked with its partners and state lawmakers to ensure the proposed rules would balance the protection of the environment without restricting business growth and expansion . Unfortunately , the EPA passed rules that are stricter on PCBs ( Polychlorinated Biphenyls ), arsenic and mercury , rules that will be costly and difficult for major employers and city wastewater treatment plants to meet . In the case of PCBs , the EPA rule is 25 times more stringent than the state ’ s proposal .
What does regulatory reform look like to you ?
“ Stop with all the environmental agendas that are what the government is pushing for … Health care costs — everyone has insurance , but no one can afford medical care … Raising the salary level , subject to overtime , is hurting employees in my company more than me .” — Vancouver Business Owner