S.jres31 - 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. (119th Congress)
Summary
This document is a joint resolution (S.J. Res. 31) passed by the Senate and House of Representatives aiming to disapprove a rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The rule in question concerns the "Review of Final Rule Reclassification of Major Sources as Area Sources Under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act". The resolution seeks to nullify the EPA rule, preventing it from taking effect.
Expected Effects
If enacted, this resolution would prevent the EPA rule regarding the reclassification of major sources as area sources under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act from being implemented. This could lead to a continuation of the existing regulatory framework concerning air pollution control. It could also impact industries that would have been affected by the EPA's reclassification rule.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially reduces regulatory burden on industries if the EPA rule is disapproved.
- May prevent disruptions to existing business operations that would have needed to comply with the new EPA rule.
- Could lead to a more predictable regulatory environment for businesses.
- Might allow for further congressional review and debate on the EPA's approach to air quality regulation.
- Could ensure a consistent application and enforcement of environmental regulations.
Potential Disadvantages
- Could hinder efforts to improve air quality if the EPA rule aimed to strengthen environmental protections.
- May delay or prevent the implementation of potentially more effective pollution control measures.
- Could lead to continued exposure to harmful pollutants in areas where major sources were reclassified as area sources.
- Might undermine the EPA's authority to implement and enforce environmental regulations.
- Could create uncertainty regarding future regulatory actions related to air quality.
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Constitutional Alignment
This resolution invokes Chapter 8 of Title 5 of the U.S. Code, which outlines the Congressional Review Act (CRA). The CRA allows Congress to review and potentially disapprove new agency rules. Article I, Section 1 of the Constitution vests all legislative powers in Congress, including the power to oversee and check the executive branch's regulatory actions. This resolution represents an exercise of that legislative power.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).