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Congressional Disapproval of EPA Oil and Gas Sector Emission Standards

This resolution aims to nullify a new Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule setting performance standards and emission guidelines for the oil and natural gas sector. If Congress approves this measure, the EPA's stricter regulations on greenhouse gas emissions from new and existing sources will not take effect. This action maintains the current, less stringent environmental requirements for energy companies, potentially impacting air quality and energy production costs.
Key points
The resolution seeks to block the implementation of stricter EPA rules on methane and pollution emissions from oil and gas operations.
Current operating standards for energy companies would remain in place, potentially reducing compliance costs for the industry.
No new federal requirements for monitoring and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the oil and gas sector will be enforced.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SJRES_71
Sponsor: Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]
Process start date: 2024-04-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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 "Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources: Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SJRES_71.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The resolution seeks to block the implementation of stricter EPA rules on methane and pollution emissions from oil and gas operations.
  • Current operating standards for energy companies would remain in place, potentially reducing compliance costs for the industry.
  • No new federal requirements for monitoring and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the oil and gas sector will be enforced.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Environment Economy