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 Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Small Off-Road Engines Regulations; Notice of Decision".
United States119th CongressSJRES-205Senate
Updated: Aug 5, 2026
Summary
This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and nullify a specific rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Congressional Review Act. The targeted rule, published in January 2025, addresses "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Small Off-Road Engines Regulations; Notice of Decision." If enacted, this resolution would ensure that the EPA's rule regarding these state-level pollution controls for small off-road engines has no legal force or effect . This legislative action aims to prevent the implementation of the EPA's decision concerning California's authority to regulate emissions from such engines, effectively overturning the agency's determination.
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Introduced in Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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