Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Federal 'Good Neighbor Plan' for the 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards".

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Summary of Bill HJRES 69

Bill 118 hjres 69 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the "Federal 'Good Neighbor Plan' for the 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards." The rule in question is part of Chapter 8 of Title 5 of the United States Code.

The purpose of the rule is to address the issue of ozone pollution and its impact on air quality standards. The EPA's "Good Neighbor Plan" is designed to ensure that states are taking necessary steps to reduce ozone pollution that crosses state lines and affects neighboring states.

However, some members of Congress believe that the rule is overly burdensome and could have negative economic impacts on certain industries. They argue that the EPA's regulations are too strict and could hinder economic growth in certain regions. As a result, Bill 118 hjres 69 seeks to disapprove of the EPA's rule and prevent it from being implemented. This bill is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters and opponents arguing over the potential consequences of the rule and its impact on air quality standards and economic growth.

Congressional Summary of HJRES 69

This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency rule relating to Federal "Good Neighbor Plan" for the 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards (88 Fed. Reg. 36654) and published on June 5, 2023. The rule ensures that 23 states meet "Good Neighbor" standards required by the Clean Air Act by reducing pollution that significantly contributes to problems attaining and maintaining health-based air quality standards for ground-level ozone in downwind states.

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Current Status of Bill HJRES 69

Bill HJRES 69 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 12, 2023. Bill HJRES 69 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 12, 2023. Bill HJRES 69's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials. as of June 16, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 69

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 69

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Environmental Protection

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Administrative law and regulatory proceduresAir qualityClimate change and greenhouse gasesCongressional oversightElectric power generation and transmissionEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA)Environmental regulatory proceduresIndustrial facilities

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 69

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Federal 'Good Neighbor Plan' for the 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards".Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Federal 'Good Neighbor Plan' for the 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards".

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