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 Volatile Organic Compound Emission Standards for Aerosol Coatings: Interim Final Rule.
Summary
This document is a joint resolution introduced in the Senate to disapprove the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) "National Volatile Organic Compound Emission Standards for Aerosol Coatings: Interim Final Rule." The resolution invokes the Congressional Review Act, which allows Congress to overturn agency regulations. If passed, the resolution would prevent the EPA rule from taking effect.
Expected Effects
If the resolution passes, the EPA's interim final rule regarding national volatile organic compound (VOC) emission standards for aerosol coatings will not go into effect. This would mean that existing regulations, if any, would remain in place. The practical effect is to prevent the implementation of new environmental standards for aerosol coatings.
Potential Benefits
- Prevents potential economic burdens on businesses that would have had to comply with the new EPA rule.
- Maintains the status quo regarding aerosol coating regulations, providing regulatory certainty for businesses.
- Could allow for further review and public input on aerosol coating regulations.
- May prevent unintended consequences of the EPA rule on product availability or cost.
- Could reduce potential cost increases for consumers.
Most Benefited Areas:
Potential Disadvantages
- Prevents the implementation of potentially beneficial environmental regulations aimed at reducing VOC emissions.
- Could lead to continued or increased air pollution from aerosol coatings.
- May hinder efforts to address climate change and protect public health.
- Could undermine the EPA's authority to regulate environmental hazards.
- May negatively impact the US's international standing on environmental issues.
Most Disadvantaged Areas:
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution is aligned with the principle of Congressional oversight of executive agencies, as outlined in Article I, Section 1, which vests legislative powers in Congress. The Congressional Review Act, under which this resolution is filed, is a mechanism for Congress to check the power of the executive branch. However, the specific merits of disapproving the EPA rule are a matter of policy debate, not constitutional law.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).