U.S. House · HJRES 213

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision".

In plain English (AI summary)

This resolution aims to overturn a recent Environmental Protection Agency decision that allows California to enforce its own stricter emission standards for commercial harbor craft. By invoking the Congressional Review Act, proponents of this measure seek to prevent these stringent air quality regulations from taking effect, arguing that federal oversight should remain uniform rather than state-specific. If this resolution passes, it would effectively invalidate California's specific pollution control requirements for tugboats, ferries, and other commercial vessels operating in its waters. For local Arlington residents, this move highlights the ongoing national debate between federal regulatory authority and state-level environmental initiatives. The ultimate effect would be to maintain current federal standards, preventing California from setting a more rigorous regulatory precedent for maritime engine emissions nationwide.

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Sep 16, 2026 · U.S. House · Passed
214 – 208 · 11 other
Arlington delegation
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