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 and Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; The "Omnibus" Low NOX Regulation; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".
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Overview
This joint resolution seeks to overturn a rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding California’s vehicle emission standards. Specifically, it disapproves the EPA’s decision to allow California to implement stricter regulations on motor vehicle and nonroad engine pollution control, including a waiver of federal preemption. Congress is using this mechanism to challenge the EPA’s action and assert federal oversight over these standards.
Key provisions
- Congress disapproves the EPA rule.
- The rule’s provisions shall have no force or effect.
- The resolution targets the EPA’s approval of California’s Low NOX regulations.
- It addresses vehicle and nonroad engine emission standards.
- It specifically references a waiver of federal preemption.
- The resolution utilizes the Congressional Review Act.
Who is affected
- Environmental Protection Agency
- California Air Resources Board
- Motor vehicle manufacturers
- Consumers
- States with vehicle emission standards
Notable changes
- This action challenges the EPA’s authority to allow California to set its own vehicle emission standards.
- It could potentially lead to a conflict between federal and state regulations regarding vehicle emissions.
- The resolution aims to reinstate federal preemption over California’s regulations.
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