Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title...
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 Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Standards; Notice of Decision Granting a Waiver of Clean Air Act Preemption for California's Advanced Clean Car Program and a Within the Scope Confirmation for California's Zero Emission Vehicle Amendments for 2017 and Earlier Model Years".
This bill, HJR205, proposes to disapprove a rule set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) related to California's motor vehicle pollution control standards. Specifically, it targets the EPA's decision to grant a waiver under the Clean Air Act, allowing California to enforce its own stricter pollution standards for cars, including advanced clean car programs and zero-emission vehicles starting from 2017 and earlier models. This would affect automakers, car buyers in California, and the environment by potentially limiting the types of vehicles that can be sold in the state.
The bill was introduced on July 23, 2026, by Representative John Joyce and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on the same day. This marks the beginning of the legislative process. The current status is that it has been introduced and referred to a committee for further review and action.
Key actions so far include the bill's introduction and referral to the appropriate committee. Future steps will likely involve committee review, potential amendments, and votes before it can be considered by the full House and Senate. This process may take several weeks to months depending on legislative schedules and priorities.
