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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 Review for Volatile Organic Liquid Storage Vessels (Including Petroleum Liquid Storage Vessels)".
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Summary of Bill HJRES 43
Bill 119 hjres 43 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the review of New Source Performance Standards for Volatile Organic Liquid Storage Vessels, including Petroleum Liquid Storage Vessels. The bill falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations proposed by federal agencies.
The rule in question, proposed by the EPA, focuses on the standards for volatile organic liquid storage vessels, particularly those used for storing petroleum liquids. The EPA's rule aims to review and potentially update the regulations governing these storage vessels to ensure they are in compliance with environmental standards and regulations.
If passed, Bill 119 hjres 43 would disapprove of the EPA's rule, signaling Congress's disagreement with the proposed regulations. This disapproval would prevent the EPA from implementing the rule and would require the agency to go back to the drawing board and potentially revise the regulations based on Congress's feedback. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 43 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate and oversight of environmental regulations in the United States. It showcases the checks and balances in place to ensure that federal agencies are held accountable for their proposed rules and regulations.
The rule in question, proposed by the EPA, focuses on the standards for volatile organic liquid storage vessels, particularly those used for storing petroleum liquids. The EPA's rule aims to review and potentially update the regulations governing these storage vessels to ensure they are in compliance with environmental standards and regulations.
If passed, Bill 119 hjres 43 would disapprove of the EPA's rule, signaling Congress's disagreement with the proposed regulations. This disapproval would prevent the EPA from implementing the rule and would require the agency to go back to the drawing board and potentially revise the regulations based on Congress's feedback. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 43 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate and oversight of environmental regulations in the United States. It showcases the checks and balances in place to ensure that federal agencies are held accountable for their proposed rules and regulations.
Congressional Summary of HJRES 43
This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency rule titled New Source Performance Standards Review for Volatile Organic Liquid Storage Vessels (Including Petroleum Liquid Storage Vessels) (89 Fed. Reg. 83296) and published on October 15, 2024. Among other elements, the rule modifies the new source performance standards for volatile organic liquid storage vessels under the Clean Air Act for sources constructed, modified, or reconstructed after October 4, 2023.
Current Status of Bill HJRES 43
Bill HJRES 43 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 12, 2025. Bill HJRES 43 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 12, 2025. Bill HJRES 43's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of February 12, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 43
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 43
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HJRES 43
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