RepublicanBill · S.J.Res. 47· Senate(119-SJRES-47)

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 and Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; The 'Omnibus' Low NOx Regulation; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

Rep. Mullin
Age: 49 years
Oklahoma
Introduced
4/4/2025
Last activity
4/4/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Sponsored by
Markwayne Mullin
Cosponsors
Republican - 13Democrat - 0
Environmental Protection
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This joint resolution aims to express congressional disapproval of a specific rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency. The rule involves California State Motor Vehicle and Engine and Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards, specifically titled "The 'Omnibus' Low NOx Regulation; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision." If passed, the resolution would render this specific rule without any force or effect.

Yes

  • Does this leave more decisions to the states?+5

    The resolution seeks to stop a federal rule that impacts California's unique regulatory authority.

  • Would business owners be better off under this?+3

    The resolution reduces regulatory compliance burdens for vehicle and engine manufacturers.

The opposite· 3 of 7

  • Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?-3

    The resolution nullifies EPA standards intended to reduce nitrogen oxide emissions from vehicles.

  • Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-3

    By striking the EPA rule, the resolution reduces the strength of motor vehicle pollution standards.

  • Does this give the federal government more power?-2

    The resolution limits federal regulatory oversight by nullifying an EPA-mandated rule.