Us Congress Senate Bill SJR104

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 7/30/24
• Refer: 7/30/24

Caption

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration relating to "Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Model Years 2027 and Beyond and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for Model Years 2030 and Beyond".

Impact

If passed, SJR104 would effectively nullify the NHTSA's proposed fuel economy standards, which are designed to enhance vehicle efficiency and reduce environmental impacts. The disapproval could lead to less stringent fuel economy requirements, potentially affecting state-level regulations that are reliant on federal standards for guidance. This reversal might have broader implications for vehicle emissions, climate action initiatives, and public health, as the proposed standards were aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from passenger cars and light trucks.

Summary

SJR104 is a joint resolution aimed at disapproving a rule submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that pertains to Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for passenger cars and light trucks for model years 2027 and beyond, along with fuel efficiency standards for heavy-duty pickup trucks and vans for model years 2030 and beyond. The bill emphasizes the role of Congress in regulating federal rules concerning vehicle fuel efficiency and safety standards, indicating a desire to impede federal regulations deemed excessive or misaligned with congressional intent.

Contention

The main points of contention surrounding SJR104 involve the balance between federal regulatory authority and congressional oversight. Supporters of the resolution argue that the NHTSA's standards place undue burdens on manufacturers and consumers, asserting that it could inhibit innovation and economic growth within the automotive sector. Conversely, opponents contend that disapproving these standards undermines necessary measures to combat climate change and improve air quality, expressing concern over the potential regression in environmental protections that could arise from such legislation.