S.J. Res. 188 · On the floor · Environmental Protection

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 "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Coal- and Oil-Fired Electric Utility Steam Generating Units: Final Repeal".

Sponsor: Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI)

What it does

• Disapproves the Environmental Protection Agency rule titled 'National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Coal- and Oil-Fired Electric Utility Steam Generating Units: Final Repeal' published February 24, 2026, and nullifies its legal force.

Latest action

Jun 3, 2026: Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 53. Record Vote Number: 135. (CR S2509)

Committee: Senate Environment and Public Works