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
216–202
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.
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Milestones
Became Public Law No: 119-14.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Signed by President.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Presented to President.
Both chambers passed identical text. The President has 10 days to sign it into law or veto it.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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 votesOn the Motion to Proceed
On the Joint Resolution
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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".
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