SJRES 47
A joint resolution providing for 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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Bill overview
This joint resolution aims to block a rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding California’s vehicle emission standards. Specifically, it seeks to overturn the EPA’s decision to allow California to implement stricter regulations on motor vehicle and nonroad engine pollution, including a waiver of federal preemption. Congress is using its authority to disapprove this EPA rule, effectively preventing it from being enforced.
Key provisions
- Congress disapproves the EPA rule.
- The rule is declared to have no force or effect.
- The resolution targets a specific EPA rule concerning California’s emission standards.
- It addresses the ‘Omnibus’ Low NOx Regulation.
- It relates to a waiver of federal preemption for California’s regulations.
Who is affected
- Environmental Protection Agency
- California Air Resources Board
- Motor vehicle manufacturers
- Vehicle owners
- States with vehicle emission standards
Notable changes
- This action challenges the EPA’s authority to grant waivers to states regarding emission standards.
- It could potentially impact California’s ability to set its own vehicle emission regulations.
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
S. J. RES. 47
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
JOINT RESOLUTION
Providing for 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
That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to California State Motor Vehicle and Engine and Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; The
(90 Fed. Reg. 643 (January 6, 2025)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.Omnibus
Low NOX Regulation; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision