Manufacturers Granted Stay on EPA Regulations that Stifle Job Growth

Washington, D.C., 05/17/11 -  National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) Senior Vice President for Policy and Government Relations Aric Newhouse issued the following statement today in response to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) decision to indefinitely stay implementation of its Boiler MACT standard and the rule establishing stricter emissions limits on commercial and industrial solid waste incineration (CIWSI) units:

“Manufacturers are pleased that the EPA has decided to be responsive to the concerns of job creators by delaying the implementation of the Boiler MACT and solid waste incinerator regulations. This is substantial progress, and we applaud its decision.

We hope today’s announcement is an indication that the EPA understands the potentially devastating job impact of its regulatory agenda on manufacturing workers and the economy.
We will continue to work with the EPA, Congress and the Administration to ensure manufacturers and their employees are protected.”