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".
3/19/2025, 8:47 PMSummary of Bill HJRES 35
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.
Congressional Summary of HJRES 35
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.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 35
Bill HJRES 35 is currently in the status of Signed by President since March 14, 2025. Bill HJRES 35 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 4, 2025. Bill HJRES 35's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 119-2. as of March 14, 2025Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 35
Total Number of Sponsors
18Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
18Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
80Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
80Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 35
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".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".Comments
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