Bill · S.J.Res. 139· Senate(119-SJRES-139)
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 "Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period".
- Introduced
- 3/19/2026
- Last activity
- 4/29/2026 — Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 52. Record Vote Number: 110. (CR S2106)
- Sponsored by
- Michael Bennet
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 0
- Introduced
What this bill would do
This joint resolution aims to overturn a specific rule from the Environmental Protection Agency. The rule in question concerns the "Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period." If passed, the resolution would provide for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code. This action would ensure that the EPA rule has no force or effect.
Yes
Does this leave more decisions to the states?+5
The resolution uses congressional authority to overturn a federal agency rule, which can be viewed as a reassertion of legislative control over agency mandates.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+3
The removal of haze-related air quality regulations may reduce compliance burdens on industries often located in rural or industrial areas of Colorado.
The opposite
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?-5
The resolution disapproves an EPA rule regarding regional haze, which is a measure intended to reduce particulate matter and improve air quality.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-5
By nullifying the EPA's regional haze plan, the resolution removes a regulatory mechanism designed to protect air quality and visibility.
What Congress actually voted on
One recorded vote has been taken on this bill.
None of them settled the bill — every vote so far has been about whether to keep going.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Because the text does not provide specific details regarding the contents or the practical effects of the EPA's rule, it is not possible to identify specific positive outcomes for people from this document.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Because the text does not provide specific details regarding the contents or the practical effects of the EPA's rule, it is not possible to identify specific negative consequences for people from this document.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections-5Reduces Carbon Emissions-5
- Governance And Ideology
- Increase States Rights+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Rural Residents+3
- 4/29/2026
- Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 52. Record Vote Number: 110. (CR S2106)
- 3/19/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
- Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works discharged, by petition, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 802(c).
- Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 364.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
John HickenlooperDemocrat · Colorado
Sheldon WhitehouseDemocrat · Rhode Island