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 "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions".
Senators Move to Overturn EPA Rule Charging Oil and Gas Companies for Methane Waste
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No legislative action in over 90 days.
↔Companion bill: Trump Signs Resolution Killing EPA Methane Fee Rules for Oil and Gas CompaniesLegislative Progress
Key Points
- This proposal would cancel a rule created by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The rule requires oil and gas companies to pay a fee if they leak or release too much methane, which is a potent type of air pollution.
- If this resolution becomes law, the EPA would be stopped from collecting these "waste emissions charges." It would also prevent the agency from making any similar rules in the future unless Congress passes a new law specifically allowing it.
- The lawmakers who introduced this want to protect the energy industry from extra costs. They argue that these fees could lead to higher prices for heating and gasoline for everyday families.
- The original EPA rule was meant to reduce climate-warming pollution by making it expensive for companies to waste natural gas. Without the rule, companies would no longer face these specific federal penalties for their emission levels.
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Life & Work
Some farmers and ranchers who also operate small oil and gas wells on their land would benefit from not having to pay methane waste charges. However, methane is a potent greenhouse gas that accelerates climate change, which poses long-term risks to agriculture through more extreme weather, droughts, and flooding. The net effect depends on whether a given farmer has oil/gas operations or is primarily affected by climate impacts.
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Milestones
Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent.
Considered by Senate. (consideration: CR S1413)
Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S1391)
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 47. Record Vote Number: 96. (CR S1391)
The Senate is voting on whether to even start debating this bill. This vote can be used to block bills before discussion begins.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 14.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Vote Results
1 voteOn the Motion to Proceed
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
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 "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions".
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