Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HJR204

Introduced
9/17/24  

Caption

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Review of Final Rule Reclassification of Major Sources as Area Sources Under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act".

Impact

If enacted, HJR204 would effectively negate the EPA's rule, which is intended to classify sources of hazardous air pollutants. The resolution aligns with a broader trend among some lawmakers to limit the regulatory power of federal agencies, particularly in environmental matters. Proponents argue that such regulations can stifle economic growth and lead to job losses in sectors heavily reliant on fossil fuels or other practices classified under stricter air quality control measures.

Summary

HJR204 serves as a legislative response to a rule promulgated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that pertains to the reclassification of major sources as area sources under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act. The joint resolution expresses congressional disapproval of this EPA rule, indicating that Congress believes the rule should not have any legal effect. This move reflects concerns among certain members of Congress that the EPA's regulations may be overreaching or could impose undue burdens on businesses and industries affected by air quality standards.

Contention

The discussions surrounding HJR204 highlight a clear division between supporters and opponents of the EPA's authority to regulate air quality. Advocates for the resolution often come from regions where economic growth is tightly linked to energy production and have voiced concerns about the economic implications of strict environmental regulations. Conversely, opponents of HJR204 argue that scaling back such protections could lead to harmful environmental outcomes and public health risks, emphasizing the need to maintain robust regulatory frameworks to safeguard air quality.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

US SJR31

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 "Review of Final Rule Reclassification of Major Sources as Area Sources Under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act".

US HR426

Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 13) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency of the Department of the Treasury relating to the review of applications under the Bank Merger Act; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 31) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Review of Final Rule Reclassification of Major Sources as Area Sources Under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act"; and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.

US HJR79

This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency final rule titled Review of Final Rule Reclassification of Major Sources as Area Sources Under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act (89 Fed. Reg. 73293) and published on September 10, 2024. Among other elements, the rule requires sources of persistent and bioaccumulative hazardous air pollutants to continue to comply with certain major source emission standards under the Clean Air Act even if the sources reclassify as area sources.

US HJR123

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Accidental Release Prevention Requirements: Risk Management Programs Under the Clean Air Act; Safer Communities by Chemical Accident Prevention".

US HJR117

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Reconsideration of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate Matter".

US HJR133

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles-Phase 3".

US HJR66

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 Approval; Ohio; Withdrawal of Technical Amendment".

US SJR71

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 "Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources: Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review".

US HJR128

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources: Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review".

US HJR151

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Supplemental Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category".

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