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Congress·Enacted·H.J.Res. 61

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing".

Blocking EPA Air Pollution Rules for Tire Factories

Signed Into Law

This legislation has been enacted.

This bill has been signed into law and is now officially in effect as Public Law No. 119-14. Because the process is complete, there are no further actions scheduled for this legislation.

Legislative Progress

House

216202

Senate
President
Law

Key Points

  • Congress is voting to cancel a specific rule created by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This rule was designed to limit the amount of hazardous air pollutants that rubber tire factories are allowed to release into the air.
  • This decision affects tire manufacturing companies and the communities living near their factories. By blocking this rule, the EPA will be stopped from enforcing these specific pollution limits, and the agency is generally prevented from creating a similar rule in the future.
  • Supporters of this move often argue that strict environmental rules can be too expensive for businesses and might lead to higher prices for tires or job losses. Critics worry that blocking these rules could lead to more toxic chemicals in the air, potentially harming the health of people living near industrial sites.
  • This action uses a special power that allows Congress to overturn rules made by federal agencies. By passing this resolution, the House and Senate are officially stating they do not agree with the EPA's plan for the tire industry.

Impact Analysis

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Milestones

8 milestones22 actions
May 23, 2025

Became Public Law No: 119-14.

The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.

May 23, 2025

Signed by President.

The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.

May 16, 2025House

Presented to President.

Both chambers passed identical text. The President has 10 days to sign it into law or veto it.

May 7, 2025Senate

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

May 6, 2025Senate

Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 55 - 45. Record Vote Number: 232.

The Senate voted to approve this bill. If the House already passed it, it goes to the President.

Vote Results

3 votes
HousePassedPassageMar 5, 2025

On Passage

216
202
Democrat
7201 · 6
Republican
2091 · 8
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SenatePassedProceduralMay 5, 2025

On the Motion to Proceed

51
43
Democrat
241 · 2
Republican
490 · 4
Independent
02
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SenatePassedMay 6, 2025

On the Joint Resolution

55
45
Democrat
243
Republican
530
Independent
02
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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing".

Bill NumberHJRES 61
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionBecame Public Law No: 119-14.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(20)
R: 20

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