Comment submitted by Hip Hop Caucus

Summary: Hip Hop Caucus, a national nonprofit organization, opposes the proposed rule because it allows companies to begin construction on "non-emitting" components before receiving a permit, which they argue creates a "dangerous pathway" for industrial buildout without adequate public review. They argue this weakens the New Source Review program's safeguards, undermines meaningful public participation, and disproportionately harms environmental justice and Tribal communities.