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Read. Follow. Verify.Resolution to Block EPA Waste Emissions Charge Rule
Record date · December 17, 2024
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What This Bill Would Do
This resolution seeks to overturn a recent EPA rule that establishes procedures for a waste emissions charge on petroleum and natural gas systems. If passed, the rule would be invalidated and prevented from taking effect.
The resolution directly impacts the regulatory compliance requirements and potential financial obligations for operators of petroleum and natural gas systems by attempting to nullify the EPA's recently finalized emissions charge procedures.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Petroleum and natural gas system operators
These entities are subject to the compliance procedures and emissions charges established by the EPA rule that this resolution seeks to overturn.
Environmental Protection Agency
The agency's rule-making authority and the implementation of the waste emissions charge program are directly challenged by this resolution.
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Use of Congressional Review Act
The resolution utilizes the Congressional Review Act to challenge a rule finalized in late 2024, indicating a legislative attempt to reverse recent administrative actions.
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Analysis Score
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- Controversy80Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
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