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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 "New Source Performance Standards for the Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturing Industry and National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for the Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturing Industry and Group I & II Polymers and Resins Industry".
6/19/2024, 8:05 AM
Summary of Bill HJRES 161
Bill 118 hjres 161 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding New Source Performance Standards for the Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturing Industry and National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for the Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturing Industry and Group I & II Polymers and Resins Industry. The bill falls under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations proposed by federal agencies.
The rule in question sets standards for emissions from the synthetic organic chemical manufacturing industry and the polymers and resins industry in order to reduce air pollution and protect public health. However, some members of Congress believe that the rule is overly burdensome for businesses and could have negative economic impacts.
If passed, Bill 118 hjres 161 would disapprove of the EPA's rule, effectively nullifying it and preventing its implementation. This would allow Congress to potentially propose alternative regulations or take other actions to address air pollution concerns in a manner that is more acceptable to all stakeholders. Overall, the bill represents a debate between environmental protection and economic considerations, with Congress ultimately having the power to decide the fate of the EPA's proposed rule.
The rule in question sets standards for emissions from the synthetic organic chemical manufacturing industry and the polymers and resins industry in order to reduce air pollution and protect public health. However, some members of Congress believe that the rule is overly burdensome for businesses and could have negative economic impacts.
If passed, Bill 118 hjres 161 would disapprove of the EPA's rule, effectively nullifying it and preventing its implementation. This would allow Congress to potentially propose alternative regulations or take other actions to address air pollution concerns in a manner that is more acceptable to all stakeholders. Overall, the bill represents a debate between environmental protection and economic considerations, with Congress ultimately having the power to decide the fate of the EPA's proposed rule.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 161
Bill HJRES 161 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 28, 2024. Bill HJRES 161 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 28, 2024. Bill HJRES 161's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of May 28, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 161
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 161
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 161
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "New Source Performance Standards for the Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturing Industry and National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for the Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturing Industry and Group I & II Polymers and Resins Industry".
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "New Source Performance Standards for the Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturing Industry and National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for the Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturing Industry and Group I & II Polymers and Resins Industry".
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