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Disapproval of Waste Emissions Charge for Oil and Gas Systems

This document is a Congressional proposal to block a new charge on waste emissions from petroleum and natural gas systems, proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency. If approved by Congress, oil and gas companies will not have to pay this fee, which could impact energy prices and environmental initiatives.
Key points
Congress aims to disapprove the waste emissions charge for oil and gas companies.
If passed, these companies will not incur additional costs related to emissions.
This could affect fuel and gas prices, as well as the pace of pollution reduction.
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VOTING RESULTS
2025-02-26
For 52
Against 47
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SJRES_12
Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND]
Process start date: 2025-02-04
Voting date: 2025-02-26
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 96
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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 "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SJRES_12.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Congress aims to disapprove the waste emissions charge for oil and gas companies.
  • If passed, these companies will not incur additional costs related to emissions.
  • This could affect fuel and gas prices, as well as the pace of pollution reduction.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Failed.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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