I don't see where anyone is proposing you not be responsible for damage you create. The point of this whole discussion is that the EPA has set itself up as the Judge , Jury and Executioner. Thats why we have 3 branches of government . Its checks and balances. This administration [ and some previous] has proven that they are not interested in checks and balances . Only what they want done . It is a elitist attitude. The congress should be making the laws not the EPA . EPA and other departments should be enforcing the laws not interpreting them along the beliefs of a administration currently in power.
FINnFur, you nailed the entire issue on the head! ELECTED officials have advocated their responsibility and authority to UNELECTED powers. Not only that, they (legislative and executive branches) have insulated those powers (and themselves) from being challenged or personally held accountable. The general population is darn sure held responsible and liable!