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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration relating to "Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Model Years 2027 and Beyond and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for Model Years 2030 and Beyond".
8/28/2024, 8:05 AM
Summary of Bill HJRES 199
Bill 118 hjres 199, also known as the "Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration relating to Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Model Years 2027 and Beyond and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for Model Years 2030 and Beyond," is a piece of legislation that seeks to overturn a rule proposed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding fuel economy standards for vehicles.
The rule in question pertains to the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars and light trucks for model years 2027 and beyond, as well as fuel efficiency standards for heavy-duty pickup trucks and vans for model years 2030 and beyond. The NHTSA's proposed rule aims to set new, more stringent standards for vehicle fuel efficiency in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.
However, some members of Congress believe that the NHTSA's proposed rule is overly burdensome for the automotive industry and could potentially harm the economy. As a result, Bill 118 hjres 199 seeks to disapprove of the NHTSA's rule under the Congressional Review Act, which allows Congress to overturn federal regulations within a certain timeframe. The passage of this bill would effectively nullify the NHTSA's proposed rule and prevent it from being implemented. Supporters of the bill argue that it would protect businesses and consumers from unnecessary regulations, while opponents argue that it would hinder efforts to combat climate change and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 199 represents a contentious debate over the balance between environmental protection and economic considerations in the regulation of vehicle fuel efficiency standards.
The rule in question pertains to the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars and light trucks for model years 2027 and beyond, as well as fuel efficiency standards for heavy-duty pickup trucks and vans for model years 2030 and beyond. The NHTSA's proposed rule aims to set new, more stringent standards for vehicle fuel efficiency in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.
However, some members of Congress believe that the NHTSA's proposed rule is overly burdensome for the automotive industry and could potentially harm the economy. As a result, Bill 118 hjres 199 seeks to disapprove of the NHTSA's rule under the Congressional Review Act, which allows Congress to overturn federal regulations within a certain timeframe. The passage of this bill would effectively nullify the NHTSA's proposed rule and prevent it from being implemented. Supporters of the bill argue that it would protect businesses and consumers from unnecessary regulations, while opponents argue that it would hinder efforts to combat climate change and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 199 represents a contentious debate over the balance between environmental protection and economic considerations in the regulation of vehicle fuel efficiency standards.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 199
Bill HJRES 199 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 2, 2024. Bill HJRES 199 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on August 2, 2024. Bill HJRES 199's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of August 2, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 199
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
132Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
130Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 199
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 199
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration relating to "Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Model Years 2027 and Beyond and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for Model Years 2030 and Beyond".
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration relating to "Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Model Years 2027 and Beyond and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for Model Years 2030 and Beyond".
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