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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 "Air Plan Approval; Ohio; Withdrawal of Technical Amendment".

3/10/2025, 3:43 PM

Summary of Bill HJRES 66

Bill 119 hjres 66 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the "Air Plan Approval; Ohio; Withdrawal of Technical Amendment." The rule in question is related to the approval of Ohio's air quality plan and the withdrawal of a technical amendment.

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 like the EPA. In this case, the rule submitted by the EPA regarding Ohio's air quality plan is being challenged by Congress.

The purpose of Bill 119 hjres 66 is to provide for congressional disapproval of the EPA's rule, signaling that Congress does not agree with the decision to approve Ohio's air quality plan and withdraw the technical amendment. This disapproval would prevent the rule from going into effect and potentially prompt the EPA to reconsider its decision. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 66 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the role of Congress in overseeing and potentially overturning regulations put forth by federal agencies like the EPA. It reflects the ongoing debate and scrutiny surrounding environmental policies and air quality standards in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HJRES 66

This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule titled Air Plan Approval; Ohio; Withdrawal of Technical Amendment (90 Fed. Reg. 6811) and published on January 21, 2025. Among other elements, the rule reversed a final rule from November 2020 that removed the Air Nuisance Rule (ANR) from the Ohio State Implementation Plan (SIP). The EPA determined its original action to remove the ANR was in error, and this rule reinstates the ANR. (Under the Clean Air Act, states must submit SIPs to comply with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards. This ANR was included in Ohio’s SIP.)

Current Status of Bill HJRES 66

Bill HJRES 66 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 3, 2025. Bill HJRES 66 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 3, 2025.  Bill HJRES 66's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 3, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 66

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
4
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
9
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
9
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 66

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 66

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Air Plan Approval; Ohio; Withdrawal of Technical Amendment".
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Air Plan Approval; Ohio; Withdrawal of Technical Amendment".

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