Disapproval of EPA California Low NOx Waiver

Full 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 and Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; The "Omnibus" Low NOX Regulation; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

Summary#

This joint resolution says that Congress disapproves an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule related to California motor vehicle, engine, and nonroad engine pollution control standards called the "Omnibus" Low NOX Regulation and its waiver of preemption. The resolution states the rule (published at 90 Fed. Reg. 643 on January 6, 2025) "shall have no force or effect." The resolution was passed by the House and Senate and was approved on June 12, 2025.

What it means for you#

The EPA rule described above is canceled and does not take effect according to this resolution. The rule concerned California's low-NOX vehicle and engine standards and a waiver of preemption. No publicly available information in the provided text explains how this change affects specific people, businesses, or state agencies.

Expenses#

No publicly available information. The provided text does not include cost estimates, budgetary changes, or federal spending effects.

Proponents' View#

No publicly available information on proponents' stated reasons is included in the provided text. The resolution lists multiple House sponsors and shows it was considered and passed by both chambers.

Opponents' View#

No publicly available information on opponents' stated reasons is included in the provided text. The legislative history notes the dates the House and Senate considered and passed the resolution and that it was approved on June 12, 2025.