New regulations announced by the Biden administration will force more than 200 chemical plants to dramatically cut down their toxic emissions.

As part of a rule finalized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on April 9, plants will have to reduce ethylene oxide (EtO) and chloroprene emissions from their covered processes and equipment by up to 80% by monitoring vents and storage tanks. EtO is a colorless gas used to make chemicals like antifreeze, textiles, plastics, detergents, and adhesives. It's been known to increase the risk of certain types of cancer. Chloroprene is a colorless liquid used in the production of synthetic rubber, and is known to cause lung cancer. 

The regulations from the EPA are part of a goal to cut toxic air pollution in the U.S. by over 6,200 tons each year, and to protect communities neighboring chemical plants across the country. 

A majority of the plants affected by the rule can be found along the Gulf Coast in states such as Texas and Louisiana, and in the Ohio River Valley and West Virginia.