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S. 157 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004

Chemical Security Act of 2003

S. 157 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Jan 14, 2003, sponsored by Jon Corzine with 12 co-sponsors.

During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Jan 14, 2003
Co-sponsors
12
Policy area
Environmental Protection

What it does

Chemical Security Act of 2003 - Directs the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to promulgate regulations to: (1) designate certain combinations of chemical sources and substances of concern as high priority categories based on the severity of the threat posed by an unauthorized release from chemical sources; and (2) require each owner and operator of a high priority category chemical source to conduct an asse…

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Jon Corzine (D-NJ). Co-sponsors: 11 Democrats, 1 Independent.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJan 14, 2003
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Passed the House—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (text of measure as introduced: CR S297-299) (Jan 14, 2003)

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Capitol Receipts, “S. 157 (108th Congress): Chemical Security Act of 2003,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/108-s-157/chemical-security-act-of-2003 (accessed 2026-10-17).

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