What is the current status of HJRES 89?

HJRES 89 is currently: Became Law.

How did the House vote on HJRES 89?

In the House, the recorded vote was 222 yea to 194 nay (Passed).

Who sponsored HJRES 89?

HJRES 89 was sponsored by Jay Obernolte (R), Rep.

Blocks California's Vehicle Pollution Standards

IntroducedApril 2, 2025

Became Law1 year ago

Intro

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Senate

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Became Public Law No: 119-17.

Environmental ProtectionAdministrative law and regulatory proceduresAir qualityCaliforniaClimate change and greenhouse gasesCongressional oversightEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA)Federal preemptionHybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehiclesMotor vehicles

Why This Matters

This resolution disapproves a rule from the Environmental Protection Agency that set new pollution standards for vehicles in California.

If you drive in California, this resolution means the new vehicle pollution standards will not take effect.

Who this affects

California drivers · vehicle manufacturers

What does this resolution do?

1This resolution stops a new pollution control rule for vehicles in California.
2The rule aimed to lower nitrogen oxide emissions from cars and engines.
3Congress disapproves the Environmental Protection Agency's decision on this rule.
4The resolution means the rule will not be enforced in California.
5This action reflects ongoing debates about state versus federal environmental regulations.

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This joint resolution revokes the waiver granted to the California Air Resources Board regarding new emissions standards for new 2024 and subsequent model year on-road heavy-duty vehicles and engines, off-road diesel engines, and off-road diesel-fueled auxiliary power units. (Under the Clean Air Act, California may seek waivers of the preemption prohibiting states from enacting certain emission standards.) Specifically, the joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency notice titled California State Motor Vehicle and Engine and Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; The ‘Omnibus’ Low NOX Regulation; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision.

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Blocks California's Vehicle Pollution Standards

IntroducedApril 2, 2025

Became Law1 year ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Became Public Law No: 119-17.

Why This Matters

This resolution disapproves a rule from the Environmental Protection Agency that set new pollution standards for vehicles in California.

If you drive in California, this resolution means the new vehicle pollution standards will not take effect.

Who this affects

California drivers · vehicle manufacturers

What does this resolution do?

1This resolution stops a new pollution control rule for vehicles in California.
2The rule aimed to lower nitrogen oxide emissions from cars and engines.
3Congress disapproves the Environmental Protection Agency's decision on this rule.
4The resolution means the rule will not be enforced in California.
5This action reflects ongoing debates about state versus federal environmental regulations.

Read the detailed summary

Read full document

Last changed 1 month ago · checked hourly