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".
In progressThis joint resolution nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule titled Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions and published on November 18, 2024. The rule outlines compliance requirements under the Methane Emissions Reduction Program. Under the program, the EPA collects an annual charge on emissions of methane and other greenhouse gases from entities in the oil and gas sector if their emissions exceed specified waste emissions thresholds.
Feb 27, 2025Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent.
Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47)
This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and nullify a specific rule by the Environmental Protection Agency regarding waste emissions charges for petroleum and natural gas systems. The resolution is straightforward, aiming to prevent the rule from taking effect without introducing new provisions or financial implications.