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A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions".

1/14/2025, 5:12 PM

Summary of Bill SJRES 122

Bill 118 SJRes 122 is a joint resolution that seeks to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding waste emissions charges for petroleum and natural gas systems. The rule in question outlines procedures for facilitating compliance with waste emissions charges, including netting and exemptions.

The resolution 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 waste emissions charges for petroleum and natural gas systems.

The resolution is non-partisan and aims to provide a thoughtful analysis of the potential impacts of the EPA's rule on the industry and the environment. It is written at a 10th grade level to ensure that the information is accessible to a wide audience. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 122 is an important piece of legislation that highlights the role of Congress in overseeing federal regulations and ensuring that they are in the best interest of the American people.

Current Status of Bill SJRES 122

Bill SJRES 122 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 17, 2024. Bill SJRES 122 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 17, 2024.  Bill SJRES 122's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 122

Total Number of Sponsors
6
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
6
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
11
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
11
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 122

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 122

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions".
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions".

Comments

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Madelyn Rogers

1,030

1 year ago

I strongly oppose this resolution. It will have negative impacts on our environment and public health. It is disappointing to see this being pushed through without considering the consequences. #ProtectOurPlanet

Janelle Lam profile image

Janelle Lam

1,130

1 year ago

This is good. How will it affect me?

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