Environmental ProtectionAdministrative law and regulatory proceduresCongressional oversightAir qualityClimate change and greenhouse gasesEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Why This Matters
This resolution nullifies a recent rule that removed stricter air pollution standards for certain power plants, allowing them to pollute more.
If you live near a coal or oil power plant, this resolution allows those plants to pollute the air more than before.
Who this affects
communities near power plants · those concerned about air quality · those concerned about health risks
What does this resolution do?
1This resolution stops the repeal of stricter air pollution standards for coal- and oil-fired power plants.
2Without these standards, power plants can emit higher levels of harmful pollutants into the air.
3The resolution affects regulations on mercury and other hazardous air pollutants from electric utility steam generating units.
4This action may lead to increased health risks for communities near these power plants.
5The resolution reflects a shift in environmental policy priorities at the federal level.
