SJR3 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

J.T. WaggonerSenator

Republican

Session

First Special Session 2016

Title

Environmental Protection Agency, urged to withdraw proposed rules regarding National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)

Summary

SJR3 urges the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to withdraw its proposed NPDES rules (EPA-HQ-OW-2016-0145).

What This Bill Does

The resolution states Alabama’s position that the EPA should immediately withdraw the proposed NPDES rules. It explains concerns that federal control could create uncertainty for permit holders and burden state regulators, including delegated states, with vague requirements and less flexibility. It also requires that copies of the resolution be sent to EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy and Alabama’s entire congressional delegation.

Who It Affects

• Business interests, industry, and state/local government entities that hold or rely on NPDES permits, who could face uncertainty under the proposed rules.
• State regulators and other delegated states who would bear new record-keeping burdens, calculation changes, and reduced flexibility in managing NPDES permits.

Key Provisions

• Urge the EPA to immediately withdraw EPA-HQ-OW-2016-0145.
• Provide a copy of the resolution to EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy and each member of Alabama's congressional delegation.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative