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 Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

4/11/2025, 10:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Bill 119 SJRes 45 is a joint resolution that seeks to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards. The rule in question pertains to "Advanced Clean Cars II" and the waiver of preemption, as well as the notice of decision related to these standards.

The resolution falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations put forth by federal agencies. In this case, the EPA's rule regarding California's emission standards for vehicles and engines is being called into question.

The resolution aims to provide congressional disapproval of the EPA's rule, indicating that there may be concerns or disagreements with the standards set forth by the agency. This could potentially lead to changes in the regulations or a reversal of the EPA's decision. Overall, Bill 119 SJRes 45 highlights the ongoing debate and scrutiny surrounding environmental regulations and the role of federal agencies in setting and enforcing standards for pollution control. It will be interesting to see how this resolution progresses through Congress and what impact it may have on California's emission standards moving forward.
Congress
119

Number
SJRES - 45

Introduced on
2025-04-04

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/4/2025

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Bill 119 SJRes 45 is a joint resolution that seeks to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards. The rule in question pertains to "Advanced Clean Cars II" and the waiver of preemption, as well as the notice of decision related to these standards.

The resolution falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations put forth by federal agencies. In this case, the EPA's rule regarding California's emission standards for vehicles and engines is being called into question.

The resolution aims to provide congressional disapproval of the EPA's rule, indicating that there may be concerns or disagreements with the standards set forth by the agency. This could potentially lead to changes in the regulations or a reversal of the EPA's decision. Overall, Bill 119 SJRes 45 highlights the ongoing debate and scrutiny surrounding environmental regulations and the role of federal agencies in setting and enforcing standards for pollution control. It will be interesting to see how this resolution progresses through Congress and what impact it may have on California's emission standards moving forward.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA 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 Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

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Latest Action4/4/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.