"A coalition of environmental groups is suing the Trump administration over its easing of chemical plant safety regulations following a recent plant explosion in Texas that injured several people.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) last month finalized a rule that it said would get rid of 'unnecessary and ineffective regulatory burdens,' a change that was sought by industry groups and firms.

The coalition of 13 groups challenging the rule argued in a Thursday statement, however, that the change would put millions of people who live near chemical facilities 'in harm’s way.'"

Rachel Frazin reports for The Hill December 19, 2019. [2]