Congressman Griffith delivers opening statement on EPA FY2027 budget request

5 articles · Updated · Energy and Commerce Committee · Apr 28

At a House Subcommittee hearing, Griffith highlighted President Trump’s $4.2 billion EPA budget proposal, including $2.5 billion for environmental management and $750 million in grants for states and Tribes.
He praised Administrator Lee Zeldin for rolling back previous regulations, prioritizing infrastructure, and focusing on pragmatic enforcement over ideological initiatives, while emphasizing the need for fiscal responsibility after recent historic EPA funding.
Griffith noted the EPA’s recent actions on Superfund cleanups, water safety, and regulatory reform, and stressed ongoing Congressional review of EPA statutory authorities to ensure effective environmental protection and job growth.

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