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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 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".

7/9/2025, 1:52 AM

Summary of Bill HJRES 87

Bill 119 hjres 87 is a piece of legislation that aims to provide congressional disapproval of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards. The rule in question covers a variety of topics, including 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, and Notice of Decision.

The bill seeks to challenge the EPA's authority to regulate these specific areas of environmental policy, particularly in relation to California's unique state standards for vehicle emissions. By disapproving of the EPA's rule, Congress is asserting its oversight role in environmental regulations and potentially opening the door for further debate and potential changes to these standards.

Overall, Bill 119 hjres 87 represents a significant moment in the ongoing discussion around environmental policy and the balance of power between federal and state governments in regulating emissions from vehicles and engines. It will be important to monitor the progress of this bill and any potential impacts it may have on environmental protections moving forward.

Congressional Summary of HJRES 87

This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency notice titled 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 (88 Fed. Reg. 20688) and published on April 6, 2023. Among other elements, the notice grants the California Air Resources Board request for a waiver several of its regulations, including the Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty Regulations and Maintenance Provisions. (Under the Clean Air Act, California may seek waivers of the preemption prohibiting states from enacting certain emission standards.) 

Current Status of Bill HJRES 87

Bill HJRES 87 is currently in the status of Signed by President since June 12, 2025. Bill HJRES 87 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 2, 2025.  Bill HJRES 87's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 119-15. as of June 12, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 87

Total Number of Sponsors
29
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
29
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
91
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
91
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 87

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 87

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 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".
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 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".

Comments

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Esmeralda Lanier

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7 months ago

I don't know all the details about this, but I support disapproval of that rule. It could impact my state and I don't like it. #HJRES87 #EPA #CleanAir

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