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 "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Coal- and Oil-Fired Electric Utility Steam Generating Units Review of the Residual Risk and Technology Review".

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Summary of Bill SJRES 88

Bill 118 sjres 88 is a joint resolution that seeks to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants from Coal- and Oil-Fired Electric Utility Steam Generating Units. The rule in question pertains to the Residual Risk and Technology Review conducted by the EPA.

The purpose of the rule is to regulate and reduce the emissions of hazardous air pollutants from coal- and oil-fired electric utility steam generating units. These pollutants can have harmful effects on human health and the environment, so it is important to establish standards to limit their release into the air.

The resolution aims to challenge and potentially overturn the EPA's rule through the process outlined in chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code. This process allows Congress to review and disapprove of regulations issued by federal agencies. Supporters of the resolution may argue that the EPA's rule is overly burdensome for the coal and oil industries, leading to increased costs and potential job losses. On the other hand, opponents may argue that the rule is necessary to protect public health and the environment from the harmful effects of air pollution. Overall, Bill 118 sjres 88 represents a significant debate over the balance between environmental protection and economic considerations in regulating emissions from coal- and oil-fired electric utility steam generating units.

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Current Status of Bill SJRES 88

Bill SJRES 88 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 16, 2024. Bill SJRES 88 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 16, 2024. Bill SJRES 88's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of May 16, 2024

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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 "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Coal- and Oil-Fired Electric Utility Steam Generating Units Review of the Residual Risk and Technology Review".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 "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Coal- and Oil-Fired Electric Utility Steam Generating Units Review of the Residual Risk and Technology Review".

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