S.jres46 - 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; 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
Senate Joint Resolution 46 proposes congressional disapproval of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule 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 related waivers of preemption. The resolution seeks to nullify the EPA rule, preventing it from taking effect.
Expected Effects
If the resolution passes both the Senate and the House and is enacted, the EPA rule regarding California's vehicle emission standards would be invalidated. This would mean that California's stricter standards for vehicle emissions would not be federally recognized, potentially impacting the state's efforts to reduce pollution. The resolution would prevent the EPA rule from having any legal force or effect.
Potential Benefits
- Could potentially reduce costs for manufacturers by avoiding compliance with California's stricter standards.
- May lead to lower vehicle prices for consumers in the short term.
- Could prevent potential disruptions to the national vehicle market.
- Could allow for more uniform emission standards across the country.
- May reduce the regulatory burden on businesses.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Could hinder efforts to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in California.
- May slow the transition to cleaner vehicle technologies.
- Could undermine California's ability to address its unique environmental challenges.
- May negatively impact public health by allowing higher levels of vehicle emissions.
- Could create uncertainty for businesses that have already invested in complying with California's standards.
Constitutional Alignment
This resolution invokes Congress's power to disapprove agency rules under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, suggesting an exercise of legislative oversight. Article I, Section 1 of the Constitution vests all legislative powers in Congress, which includes the power to review and potentially overturn executive agency actions. The resolution does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or protections.
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).