Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SJR47

Introduced
4/4/25  

Caption

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".

Impact

Should SJR47 be enacted, it would effectively strip California of the authority to enforce its own stringent environmental standards surrounding vehicle emissions that go beyond federal regulations. This could create a substantial impact on state laws pertaining to air quality and emissions control. Supporters of the measure argue that the EPA’s regulations may overreach federal authority and possibly stifle innovation or flexibility in states looking to develop their own environmental policies.

Summary

SJR47 is a joint resolution introduced in the U.S. Congress aimed at disapproving a rule put forth by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding California's motor vehicle and engine pollution control standards, specifically focusing on the 'Omnibus' Low NOx Regulation. This regulation pertains to emissions standards designed to significantly reduce nitrogen oxide emissions from vehicles and nonroad engines within California. The resolution seeks to nullify the rule, thereby preventing its implementation and enforcement under federal law.

Contention

There exists a notable contention surrounding SJR47, primarily between environmental advocates and regulatory opponents. Proponents of the disapproval resolution claim that the EPA's regulations impose unnecessary burdens on vehicle manufacturers, while critics argue that rolling back such regulations threatens public health by allowing higher pollution levels. The debate highlights broader issues including state vs. federal rights in setting environmental standards and the implications for public health monitoring stemming from motor vehicle emissions.

Congress_id

119-SJRES-47

Policy_area

Environmental Protection

Introduced_date

2025-04-04

Companion Bills

US HJR89

Related Providing 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".

Previously Filed As

US HJR53

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards".

US SJR11

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 "Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards".

US HR429

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 467) to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 11) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards"; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 45) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "Waivers and Modifications of Federal Student Loans".

US SJR74

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 "Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles-Phase 3".

US SJR75

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 "Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles".

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 HJR136

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles".

US SJR7

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers, Department of Defense and the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Revised Definition of 'Waters of the United States'".

US HJR131

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles".

US HJR27

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers, Department of Defense and the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Revised Definition of 'Waters of the United States'".

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