Senator Carroll Pushes Congress to Limit EPA Overreach, Protect Arizona Jobs
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
PHOENIX, ARIZONA— Majority Whip Frank Carroll is advancing a measure today urging Congress to clearly define the Environmental Protection Agency's powers and to stop regulatory overreach that threatens Arizona jobs and economic growth. While the EPA's mission is to protect clean air, land, and water, the agency has increasingly expanded its authority beyond congressional intent, creating costly compliance burdens for businesses, workers, and families.
SCM 1004 highlights that under the Clean Air Act, the EPA is tasked with setting National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) based on scientific data, which are reviewed every five years to protect public health and welfare. The measure urges Congress to reaffirm its role in setting environmental policy to ensure the EPA enforces federal laws fairly and effectively without imposing unnecessary economic restrictions.
"Americans deserve clean air, land, and water, but they also deserve an economy that can grow without unnecessary federal interference," said Majority Whip Carroll. "This memorial urges Congress to draw clear boundaries for the EPA, ensuring regulations are grounded in law and sound science. I am working to clearly define the EPA's powers to prevent regulatory overreach that negatively impacts Arizona's economy. While the Clean Air Act allows for specific emissions regulations, the EPA must not exceed its authority or violate fundamental principles of separation of powers. By preventing bureaucratic overreach, we can protect both the environment and the economic opportunities Arizona families and businesses rely on. Our communities should not have to choose between safety and prosperity."
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For more information, contact:
Kim Quintero
Director of Communications | Arizona State Senate Republican Caucus