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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 "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Lime Manufacturing Plants Technology Review".
10/1/2024, 3:40 PM
Summary of Bill HJRES 208
Bill 118 hjres 208 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants from Lime Manufacturing Plants. The rule in question is a technology review that sets standards for the emissions of hazardous air pollutants from these types of plants.
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. In this case, Congress is seeking to disapprove of the EPA's rule on emissions from lime manufacturing plants.
The purpose of the rule is to regulate the emissions of hazardous air pollutants from these plants in order to protect public health and the environment. However, some members of Congress believe that the rule is overly burdensome on the industry and could have negative economic impacts. If the bill is passed, it would effectively nullify the EPA's rule on emissions from lime manufacturing plants. This would prevent the rule from being implemented and enforced, giving Congress the final say on the matter. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 208 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate between environmental protection and economic interests in the regulation of hazardous air pollutants.
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. In this case, Congress is seeking to disapprove of the EPA's rule on emissions from lime manufacturing plants.
The purpose of the rule is to regulate the emissions of hazardous air pollutants from these plants in order to protect public health and the environment. However, some members of Congress believe that the rule is overly burdensome on the industry and could have negative economic impacts. If the bill is passed, it would effectively nullify the EPA's rule on emissions from lime manufacturing plants. This would prevent the rule from being implemented and enforced, giving Congress the final say on the matter. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 208 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate between environmental protection and economic interests in the regulation of hazardous air pollutants.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 208
Bill HJRES 208 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 25, 2024. Bill HJRES 208 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 25, 2024. Bill HJRES 208's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of September 25, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 208
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 208
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 208
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: Lime Manufacturing Plants Technology Review".
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: Lime Manufacturing Plants Technology Review".
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