EPA Announces Rollback of 31 Environmental Regulations
The EPA will roll back 31 environmental regulations to cut costs and support manufacturing, despite concerns from environmental groups about potential increases in pollution and a worsening climate change crisis.
Published on April 6, 2025
On March 12, 2025, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced plans to roll back 31 environmental regulations. The new rules target measures addressing pollution from coal-fired power plants, policies on climate change, and standards affecting electric vehicles. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin stated that these changes are designed to reduce regulatory costs, lower living expenses, and boost American manufacturing.
Multiple news sources, including the Associated Press and Reuters, reported on the move. Critics—including environmental groups—warn that these rollbacks could increase pollution and exacerbate climate change. Legal experts have also noted that the process must comply with procedures such as the Administrative Procedure Act to ensure that any revisions are properly reviewed and evidence-based.