Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC
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201-896-4100 info@sh-law.comAuthor: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC|December 10, 2020
The regulatory landscape will likely change significantly once President-elect Joe Biden takes office in January. Environmental law will likely see some of the biggest changes, with many of President Donald Trump’s business-friendly policies replaced by those favored by environmental advocates.
Although it will take time for Biden to implement his environmental agenda, regulated entities should be prepared for stepped-up regulatory enforcement. In addition to staying on top of legal updates, entities can be proactive by identifying areas where compliance changes may be required.
To facilitate the process, below are a few key areas that President-elect Biden has identified as top priorities:
Some of President-elect Joe Biden’s proposals can be accomplished through executive action, such as elevating the importance of environmental justice and rejoining the Paris Agreement. Under the Biden Administration, the EPA is also likely to reverse course from its business-friendly approach and adopt a more aggressive approach to enforcement. The EPA will also likely reverse many regulatory roll-backs that occurred under President Trump, particularly those involving air/water pollution, conservation, toxic chemicals, and drilling. However, most changes will need to go through the formal rulemaking process. As environmental policy changes work their way through the regulatory and legislative process, we encourage regulated entities to participate by submitting comments and feedback. We also advise entities to stay in close contact with legal counsel, which can help you are in the best position to adapt to any legal changes.
If you have any questions or if you would like to discuss the matter further, please contact me, Edward “Teddy” Eynon, or the Scarinci Hollenbeck attorney with whom you work, at 201-896-4100.
The Firm
201-896-4100 info@sh-law.comThe regulatory landscape will likely change significantly once President-elect Joe Biden takes office in January. Environmental law will likely see some of the biggest changes, with many of President Donald Trump’s business-friendly policies replaced by those favored by environmental advocates.
Although it will take time for Biden to implement his environmental agenda, regulated entities should be prepared for stepped-up regulatory enforcement. In addition to staying on top of legal updates, entities can be proactive by identifying areas where compliance changes may be required.
To facilitate the process, below are a few key areas that President-elect Biden has identified as top priorities:
Some of President-elect Joe Biden’s proposals can be accomplished through executive action, such as elevating the importance of environmental justice and rejoining the Paris Agreement. Under the Biden Administration, the EPA is also likely to reverse course from its business-friendly approach and adopt a more aggressive approach to enforcement. The EPA will also likely reverse many regulatory roll-backs that occurred under President Trump, particularly those involving air/water pollution, conservation, toxic chemicals, and drilling. However, most changes will need to go through the formal rulemaking process. As environmental policy changes work their way through the regulatory and legislative process, we encourage regulated entities to participate by submitting comments and feedback. We also advise entities to stay in close contact with legal counsel, which can help you are in the best position to adapt to any legal changes.
If you have any questions or if you would like to discuss the matter further, please contact me, Edward “Teddy” Eynon, or the Scarinci Hollenbeck attorney with whom you work, at 201-896-4100.
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