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RepublicanBill · H.R. 2288· House(119-HR-2288)

Common Sense Air Regulations Act

Rep. Carter
Age: 69 years
Georgia
Introduced
3/24/2025
Last activity
3/24/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by
Earl Carter
Cosponsors
Republican - 5Democrat - 0
Environmental Protection
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Common Sense Air Regulations Act," aims to nullify a specific Environmental Protection Agency rule. The target of this legislation is the final rule titled "Reconsideration of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate Matter." If passed, this rule would have no force or effect. The bill was introduced by Mr. Carter of Georgia and several others.

Yes

  • Would business owners be better off under this?+5

    Reducing EPA regulations can lower compliance costs for businesses.

  • Does this leave more decisions to the states?+3

    Reducing federal oversight can be viewed as a move toward states' rights.

  • Would farmers be better off under this?+2

    Reduced regulation may ease some operational constraints for agricultural entities.

The opposite· 3 of 13

  • Would people in cities be better off under this?-5

    Urban areas typically face higher risks from air pollution due to density.

  • Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?-5

    By nullifying particulate matter standards, the bill may lead to higher levels of air pollution.

  • Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-5

    The nullification of the EPA rule reduces existing air quality standards and protections.