H.J.Res.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. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.J.Res.87 is a joint resolution passed by the House of Representatives aiming to disapprove a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) concerning California's motor vehicle and engine pollution control standards. The rule in question relates to heavy-duty vehicle emissions, advanced clean trucks, zero-emission airport shuttles, and power train certification, including a waiver of preemption. The resolution seeks to nullify the EPA rule, preventing it from taking effect.
Expected Effects
If enacted, H.J.Res.87 would prevent the EPA rule regarding California's vehicle emission standards from being implemented. This could lead to a divergence in emission standards between California and other states, potentially impacting the automotive industry and air quality regulations nationwide. The resolution reflects a congressional check on executive agency rulemaking authority.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially lower vehicle costs for consumers if manufacturers don't have to meet stricter California standards.
- Reduced regulatory burden on the automotive industry, fostering innovation in areas other than emission reduction.
- Preservation of a uniform national standard, simplifying compliance for manufacturers.
- Could lead to increased availability of certain types of vehicles that might not meet California's stricter standards.
- Reinforces congressional oversight of executive agency actions.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential weakening of air quality standards, leading to increased pollution and health risks.
- Hindrance of the transition to cleaner vehicles and technologies.
- Undermining California's ability to set more stringent environmental regulations, which have historically driven innovation.
- Possible negative impacts on public health, particularly in areas with high vehicle traffic.
- Could slow down the adoption of zero-emission vehicles and related infrastructure development.
Constitutional Alignment
This resolution is an exercise of Congress's legislative powers under Article I, Section 1, which vests all legislative powers in the Congress. The disapproval process is authorized under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn agency rules. The resolution does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights or protections.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to citizens. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).