Obviously I do not live in this region, but
(2) Suspend and nullify all federal regulations in areas designated as Economic Freedom Zones
Even the CRA? ADA? Just how far does this go? There is no way this is legal or constitutional.
Probably not here. IIRC this was an old Rand Paul bill idea which means it would have been federal originally, thus explaining the CG and Payroll taxes referenced. Again, IIRC it wasn't really ALL federal regulations in the bill if you actually read it instead of just Rand Paul's talking points which sort of implied that it was all. Pretty sure the big exemptions were for like CAA NAAQS attainment and CWA 404 permits, which would reduce costs for businesses in the zones. I'll see what I can find although I got a neighborhood group board meeting in like an hr so I may not find it til later.
Edit: Nevermind ... I forgot how convenient the internet is.
1. CAA NAAQS Attainment
2. CWA NPDES Permits (NOT 404 doh!)
3. Extra EIS requirements than set by NEPA on federal highway projects
4. Wild and Scenic Rivers Act limits on land use and development
5. National Heritage Area limits on land use and development
