Allows Colorado to Ignore Air Quality Standards
Official: 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 "Air Plan Disapproval; Colorado; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period".
This resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency's decision to disapprove Colorado's air quality plan, allowing the state to operate without stricter federal oversight.
1. This resolution removes the Environmental Protection Agency's disapproval of Colorado's air quality plan. 2. Without this disapproval, Colorado can avoid stricter measures to improve visibility in protected areas. 3. The resolution affects efforts to reduce haze and improve air quality in national parks and wilderness areas. 4. This action may lead to increased air pollution in regions that rely on clear visibility for tourism and recreation. 5. The resolution reflects a broader debate about state versus federal control over environmental regulations.
This resolution affects residents in Colorado, particularly those living near national parks and wilderness areas that experience haze.