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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 Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

5/2/2025, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill SJRES 45

Bill 119 SJRes 45 is a joint resolution that seeks to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards. The rule in question pertains to "Advanced Clean Cars II" and the waiver of preemption, as well as the notice of decision related to these standards.

The resolution falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations put forth by federal agencies. In this case, the EPA's rule regarding California's emission standards for vehicles and engines is being called into question.

The resolution aims to provide congressional disapproval of the EPA's rule, indicating that there may be concerns or disagreements with the standards set forth by the agency. This could potentially lead to changes in the regulations or a reversal of the EPA's decision. Overall, Bill 119 SJRes 45 highlights the ongoing debate and scrutiny surrounding environmental regulations and the role of federal agencies in setting and enforcing standards for pollution control. It will be interesting to see how this resolution progresses through Congress and what impact it may have on California's emission standards moving forward.

Congressional Summary of SJRES 45

This joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency notice titled California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision (90 Fed. Reg. 642) and published on January 6, 2025. Among other elements, the notice grants the California Air Resources Board request for a waiver for its Advanced Clean Cars II (ACC II) regulations. (Under the Clean Air Act, California may seek waivers of the preemption prohibiting states from enacting certain emission standards.) 

Current Status of Bill SJRES 45

Bill SJRES 45 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 4, 2025. Bill SJRES 45 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on April 4, 2025.  Bill SJRES 45's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of April 4, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 45

Total Number of Sponsors
7
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
7
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
80
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
80
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 45

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Air quality
- California
- Climate change and greenhouse gases
- Congressional oversight
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- Federal preemption
- Hybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehicles
- Motor vehicles

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 45

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 Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".
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 Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

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