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 "Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Emission Standards for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources Review".
Sponsored By: Senator Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]
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Summary
Nullifies EPA emissions standards for new, reconstructed, and modified sources in the oil and natural gas sector. It disapproves the rule titled "Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Emission Standards for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources Review."
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Bill Overview
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EPA oil and gas emissions rule canceled
The law cancels the EPA rule on emissions for new, reconstructed, and modified oil and gas sources. Under the Congressional Review Act, that rule has no force or effect. Oil and gas operators no longer face the compliance duties in that rule. Communities lose the emissions limits the rule set. This change takes effect upon enactment.
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]
NM • D
Cosponsors
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