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 "Phasedown of Hydrofluorocarbons: Management of Certain Hydrofluorocarbons and Substitutes Under the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020".
EPA Rule: Blocking New Regulations on Cooling Chemicals
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It was introduced in the Senate and sent to the Committee on Environment and Public Works for review. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
This resolution has a better chance of passing if the current administration wants to reduce environmental regulations, but it still needs enough votes in a divided Senate.
Key Points
- This resolution aims to stop a new EPA rule that manages how certain chemicals called hydrofluorocarbons are used. These chemicals are commonly found in air conditioners and refrigerators to keep things cold.
- The EPA rule was designed to slowly reduce the use of these chemicals because they are strong greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change. If this resolution passes, the EPA would be blocked from enforcing these specific limits.
- This action would mostly affect companies that make, install, and repair cooling systems. Supporters of the resolution argue that the EPA rules are too expensive for businesses, while critics say the rules are needed to protect the environment.
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Milestones
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
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Source Information
Document Type
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 "Phasedown of Hydrofluorocarbons: Management of Certain Hydrofluorocarbons and Substitutes Under the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020".
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