Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions".

4/7/2025, 1:00 PM

This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule titled Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions and published on November 18, 2024. The rule outlines compliance requirements under the Methane Emissions Reduction Program. Under the program, the EPA collects an annual charge on emissions of methane and other greenhouse gases from the oil and gas sector if the emissions exceed specified waste emissions thresholds.

Bill 119 hjres 35 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding waste emissions charges for petroleum and natural gas systems. The rule in question, titled "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions," is being challenged by Congress under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code.

The EPA's rule focuses on implementing procedures to help petroleum and natural gas systems comply with waste emissions charges. This includes provisions for netting and exemptions to facilitate compliance with the regulations. However, Congress is seeking to disapprove of this rule through the passage of Bill 119 hjres 35.

The purpose of this legislation is to challenge the EPA's rule and prevent its implementation. By disapproving of the rule, Congress aims to address concerns about the impact of waste emissions charges on petroleum and natural gas systems, as well as the potential burden on businesses and industries. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 35 represents a congressional effort to exercise oversight and control over environmental regulations proposed by the EPA. The outcome of this legislation will have implications for how waste emissions charges are enforced in the petroleum and natural gas industries.
Congress
119

Number
HJRES - 35

Introduced on
2025-02-04

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/26/2025

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate
To President
Signed by President
Became Public Law

Purpose and Summary

This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule titled Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions and published on November 18, 2024. The rule outlines compliance requirements under the Methane Emissions Reduction Program. Under the program, the EPA collects an annual charge on emissions of methane and other greenhouse gases from the oil and gas sector if the emissions exceed specified waste emissions thresholds.

Bill 119 hjres 35 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding waste emissions charges for petroleum and natural gas systems. The rule in question, titled "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions," is being challenged by Congress under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code.

The EPA's rule focuses on implementing procedures to help petroleum and natural gas systems comply with waste emissions charges. This includes provisions for netting and exemptions to facilitate compliance with the regulations. However, Congress is seeking to disapprove of this rule through the passage of Bill 119 hjres 35.

The purpose of this legislation is to challenge the EPA's rule and prevent its implementation. By disapproving of the rule, Congress aims to address concerns about the impact of waste emissions charges on petroleum and natural gas systems, as well as the potential burden on businesses and industries. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 35 represents a congressional effort to exercise oversight and control over environmental regulations proposed by the EPA. The outcome of this legislation will have implications for how waste emissions charges are enforced in the petroleum and natural gas industries.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions".

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

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This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule titled Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions and publishe...


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Became Public Law No: 119-2.