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Congress·Enacted·H.J.Res. 87

Trump Signs Resolution Blocking California's Zero-Emission Truck Rules

Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

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Key Points

  • Congress passed a resolution to cancel a specific Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule. This rule previously gave California permission to set its own, much tougher pollution standards for large trucks and engines.

    From policy text

    Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to ``California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision'' (88 Fed. Reg. 20688 (April 6, 2023)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.
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  • The policy targets several California programs, including the "Advanced Clean Trucks" rule. These programs were designed to require truck makers to sell more electric or zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles and airport shuttles over the next several years.

    From policy text

    ``California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision''
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  • By passing this resolution, Congress is using its power to completely stop the EPA's decision. If this becomes law, California would lose its legal authority to enforce these specific environmental rules, and the EPA would be blocked from issuing a similar rule in the future.

    From policy text

    Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to ``California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision'' (88 Fed. Reg. 20688 (April 6, 2023)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.
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  • This move addresses concerns that having different emission rules in different states makes it too expensive and difficult for truck companies to build and sell vehicles. Supporters believe a single national standard is better for the economy and keeps shipping costs lower for consumers.
  • Opponents of this action argue that California needs these rules to reduce smog and fight climate change. They worry that blocking these standards will lead to more air pollution in cities and slow down the move toward cleaner energy technology.
Energy EnvironmentInfrastructure Transportation

Impact Analysis

Personal Impact

Scores: 1 = low, 5 = highSentiment: -5 to +5 (net benefit)

State Impacts

Scores: 1 = low, 5 = highSentiment: -5 to +5 (net benefit)

Milestones

8 milestones21 actions
Jun 12, 2025

Became Public Law No: 119-15.

Jun 12, 2025

Signed by President.

Jun 6, 2025House

Presented to President.

May 23, 2025Senate

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

May 22, 2025Senate

Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 51 - 45. Record Vote Number: 279.

What Happens Next

Projected impacts based on AI analysis

Within months of enactment

States that adopted California's truck rules must revert to federal emission standards

Over a dozen states that had followed California's lead on clean truck rules will need to update their own regulations, since the underlying federal waiver no longer exists. Truck buyers and fleet operators in those states will only need to meet the less-strict national standards.

Vote Results

3 votes
HousePassedPassageApr 30, 2025

On Passage

231
191
Democrat
13190 · 10
Republican
2181 · 1
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SenatePassedProceduralMay 22, 2025

On the Motion to Proceed

51
46
Democrat
044 · 1
Republican
510 · 2
Independent
02
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SenatePassedMay 22, 2025

On the Joint Resolution

51
45
Democrat
043 · 2
Republican
510 · 2
Independent
02
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Related Bills

2 bills
S.J.Res. 46Identical bill

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 "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

Apr 4Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

H.Res. 354Related bill

Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 60) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Park Service relating to "Glen Canyon National Recreation Area: Motor Vehicles"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 78) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 87) providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 88) providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 89) providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine and Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; The 'Omnibus' Low NOX Regulation; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision"; and for other purposes.

Sep 16Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 707, H.Res. 354 is amended.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

Bill NumberHJRES 87
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionBecame Public Law No: 119-15.

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Cosponsors

(24)
R: 24

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