However, that would require some limited additional effort. Accordingly, I wish to use this opportunity to express the RRS's concern regarding the level of analysis that can and should be done to assess the residual risk as part of the control of hazardous air pollutant emissions. The RRS believes it is possible to provide more quantitative and useful human health and ecological risk assessments than is currently envisioned for a reasonable investment of additional resources for data collection and some additional outside expertise as appropriate. The resulting assessments will be much more credible. As we all know well, science alone does not a decision make.
Science can inform but policy decides when making regulatory judgments.
Each must be considered carefully and applied wisely if the decisions are to be effective and widely accepted by the public. However, while the decision inputs based on values, politics and other social considerations are often debatable, we expect the science to be based on facts determined by measurable, repeatable observations of nature. More explicit recognition of this problem by members of Congress could help the Agency carry out its duties more effectively and could help provide the public with a clear understanding of how Congress interprets National priorities. I want to express my gratitude to the Members of the Committee for inviting me and giving me the opportunity to discuss the SAB Residual Risk review message with you. I look forward to your questions.