Trump officials move to kill system that protects US from chemical disasters

The Trump administration's EPA is moving to dismantle the Risk Management Program (RMP), a federal system designed to protect the US from chemical disasters at high-risk facilities. Established in 1990, the RMP requires over 12,500 facilities to develop prevention and response protocols to safeguard workers, first responders, and communities. The Trump EPA aims to undo strengthened protections finalized by the Biden administration in 2024, citing industry concerns about implementation costs. This action follows the elimination of a public website providing chemical information to communities and first responders. Critics argue the move prioritizes industry profits over public safety, noting the frequency of chemical accidents in the US. The EPA claims the revisions will streamline the rules and maintain core accident prevention while reducing unnecessary costs.

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