HJRES 87
Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".
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Bill overview
This joint resolution aims to block a rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) concerning California’s vehicle emission standards. Specifically, it seeks to overturn the EPA’s decision to allow California to implement stricter regulations on vehicle emissions, including those for heavy-duty trucks and zero-emission vehicles. Congress is using its authority to disapprove the EPA rule, asserting its right to oversee federal environmental regulations.
Key provisions
- Congress disapproves the EPA rule.
- The rule is declared to have no force or effect.
- The resolution targets regulations related to California’s vehicle emission standards.
- It specifically addresses provisions concerning heavy-duty vehicles and engine emission warranties.
- The resolution relates to waivers granted to California regarding preemption of state regulations.
- It covers standards for zero-emission airport shuttles and power trains.
Who is affected
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- California Air Resources Board (CARB)
- Vehicle manufacturers
- Consumers
- States with vehicle emission standards
Notable changes
- This action challenges the EPA’s authority to grant waivers to states like California regarding federal environmental regulations.
- It could potentially impact California’s ability to set stricter vehicle emission standards than those mandated by the federal government.
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Doug LaMalfa
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
H. J. RES. 87
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
JOINT RESOLUTION
Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision
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California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision(88 Fed. Reg. 20688 (April 6, 2023)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.