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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles".
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Summary of Bill HJRES 136
Bill 118 hjres 136 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles. The bill 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.
The rule in question, proposed by the EPA, sets emissions standards for light-duty and medium-duty vehicles manufactured in 2027 and beyond. These standards are designed to reduce the amount of pollutants emitted by these vehicles, such as carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter, in order to improve air quality and public health.
The bill seeks to disapprove of this rule, indicating that Congress does not support the regulations set forth by the EPA. This could potentially lead to the rule being overturned or revised through the legislative process. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 136 is a significant piece of legislation that addresses environmental regulations and the role of Congress in overseeing and potentially overturning rules proposed by federal agencies like the EPA.
The rule in question, proposed by the EPA, sets emissions standards for light-duty and medium-duty vehicles manufactured in 2027 and beyond. These standards are designed to reduce the amount of pollutants emitted by these vehicles, such as carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter, in order to improve air quality and public health.
The bill seeks to disapprove of this rule, indicating that Congress does not support the regulations set forth by the EPA. This could potentially lead to the rule being overturned or revised through the legislative process. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 136 is a significant piece of legislation that addresses environmental regulations and the role of Congress in overseeing and potentially overturning rules proposed by federal agencies like the EPA.
Congressional Summary of HJRES 136
This joint resolution nullifies the rule titled Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles and published by the Environmental Protection Agency on April 18, 2024. The rule established and modified requirements for certain light-duty or medium-duty vehicles (e.g., cars, trucks, and sports utility vehicles that are under a certain weight), including requirements related to (1) emission standards, such as a greenhouse gas emission standard; (2) the durability of batteries for certain electric and hybrid vehicles; and (3) measuring fuel economy.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 136
Bill HJRES 136 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since September 23, 2024. Bill HJRES 136 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 1, 2024. Bill HJRES 136's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of September 23, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 136
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
258Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
258Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 136
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionPotential Impact Areas
- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Climate change and greenhouse gases
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- Hybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehicles
- Motor vehicles
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 136
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles".
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HJRES 136
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