GAO Says Impact of Deadline Suits on EPA's Rulemaking Is Limited

<> GAO Says Impact of Deadline Suits on EPA's Rulemaking Is Limited - The report was requested by a number of House Republican leaders on the Energy and Commerce Committee. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) letter report indicates EPA and DOJ officials stated that the factors they consider include (1) the cost of litigation, (2) the likelihood that EPA will win the case if it goes to trial, and (3) whether EPA and DOJ believe they can negotiate a settlement that will provide EPA with sufficient time to complete a final rule if required to do so. Major Rules Issued by EPA from May 31, 2008 to June 1, 2013 – [scroll to page 25]