Block EPA rule on air pollution source reclassification
Sponsored by John R. Curtis
What the bill does
This resolution cancels an Environmental Protection Agency rule that made it easier for major polluters to be reclassified as smaller sources under the Clean Air Act. The rule would have allowed some large industrial facilities to avoid stricter pollution controls. Congress used the Congressional Review Act to block the rule from taking effect.
The stakes
The resolution affects how strictly large industrial facilities, such as chemical plants and refineries, must control hazardous air pollutants. It determines whether these facilities face tougher pollution limits or can operate under looser standards.
How the chamber split
See how each member voted· all 420▸
What each side says
- The EPA rule would have allowed major polluters to avoid stricter pollution controls, which could increase harmful emissions in nearby communities.report
- The rule was issued without enough input from states and local communities that would be affected by the reclassification.report
- Blocking the rule ensures that major sources of air pollution remain subject to the strongest Clean Air Act requirements.bill
Each point links to its source. The views are attributed to those sources, not stated as ours.
Lobbying filings, contributions, and votes are public records shown side by side. The further down the chain, the further the money is from this bill. This page does not assert that money caused any vote.