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A bill to prohibit the use of funds to implement, administer, or enforce certain rules of the Environmental Protection Agency.

4/19/2024, 1:19 PM

Summary of Bill S 4072

Bill 118 s 4072, also known as the "Prohibition of EPA Rules Implementation Act," aims to prevent the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from using funds to carry out specific regulations. The bill specifically targets rules that the EPA has put in place that the sponsors of the bill believe are unnecessary or harmful.

The bill seeks to limit the EPA's ability to implement, administer, or enforce certain rules that are deemed to be overly burdensome or detrimental to industries such as agriculture, manufacturing, or energy production. Supporters of the bill argue that these regulations are stifling economic growth and job creation.

Opponents of the bill argue that these regulations are necessary to protect public health and the environment. They believe that the EPA plays a crucial role in ensuring that our air and water are clean and safe for all Americans. If passed, this bill would have significant implications for the EPA's ability to carry out its regulatory responsibilities. It would restrict the agency's ability to enforce certain rules, potentially leading to a rollback of environmental protections. Overall, Bill 118 s 4072 is a contentious piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate between economic interests and environmental protection in the United States.

Congressional Summary of S 4072

This bill prohibits the Environmental Protection Agency from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing the rule titled Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles. Among other provisions, the rule includes more stringent standards for greenhouse gases and criteria pollutants for light-duty vehicles and medium-duty vehicles. The standards phase in over model years 2027 through 2032.

Current Status of Bill S 4072

Bill S 4072 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 23, 2024. Bill S 4072 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 23, 2024.  Bill S 4072's most recent activity was Under the order of 3/22/2024, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 46. Record Vote Number: 142. as of April 18, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4072

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
36
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
34
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4072

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Potential Impact Areas

- Climate change and greenhouse gases
- Legislative rules and procedure
- Motor vehicles

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4072

A bill to prohibit the use of funds to implement, administer, or enforce certain rules of the Environmental Protection Agency.
A bill to prohibit the use of funds to implement, administer, or enforce certain rules of the Environmental Protection Agency.

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