Bill · S.J.Res. 46· Senate(119-SJRES-46)
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 "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".
- Introduced
- 4/4/2025
- Last activity
- 4/4/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
- Sponsored by
- Deb Fischer
- Cosponsors
- - 21 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This joint resolution aims to provide congressional disapproval of a specific rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency. The rule in question involves California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards, including heavy-duty vehicle provisions and advanced clean trucks. By passing this resolution, Congress seeks to ensure the rule has no force or effect. This action is taken under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code.
Yes
Does this leave more decisions to the states?+5
The resolution supports state-level control by preventing federal mandates from overriding specific state emissions standards.
Would business owners be better off under this?+4
The resolution benefits owners of heavy-duty vehicle fleets by removing the need to comply with newer, more expensive emission standards.
Is this likely to grow the economy?+1
By nullifying emissions standards, the resolution may reduce regulatory costs for the heavy-duty vehicle and automotive sectors.
The opposite· 3 of 9
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?-5
The resolution nullifies emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles, which may result in higher levels of carbon emissions.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-5
The nullification of the EPA rule reduces existing environmental protections regarding vehicle emissions.
Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced?-3
The resolution makes it easier to continue using internal combustion engines, thereby reducing the pressure to move away from fossil fuels.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Nullification of EPA Rule: The resolution directs that the rule relating to California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards shall have no force or effect, which would prevent the implementation of those specific regulations.
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-5Reduces Fossil Fuel Production-3Increases Renewable Energy Investment-2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+4Good For Urban Residents-3Good For African Americans-2Good For Children-2Good For Low Income Households-2
- Governance And Ideology
- Increase States Rights+5Increases Federal Power-3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+1
- 5/20/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/19/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/10/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/8/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/7/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/4/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
- 16 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
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