RepublicanBill · 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".

Rep. Fischer
Age: 75 years
Nebraska
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
Republican - 21Democrat - 0
Environmental Protection
  1. Introduced
  2. 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.