**Congress Blocks California's Stricter Car Pollution Standards**

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13 days ago - Politics

Congress Blocks Stricter Car Pollution Rules in California

In a recent vote, the House of Representatives passed a resolution that blocks stricter car pollution rules set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for California. This decision means that car manufacturers will not have to follow the tougher standards aimed at reducing air pollution and combating climate change.

House Republicans strongly supported this resolution, believing it will help car companies by easing the restrictions they face when producing vehicles. By saying “yes” to this action, the representatives are allowing manufacturers to stick to more lenient federal pollution rules instead of California’s stricter ones.

The resolution, referred to as H.J. Res. 88, challenges the EPA’s plan called “Advanced Clean Cars II.” This plan was designed to promote cleaner vehicles that produce less pollution. Many representatives who voted for this resolution argue that it will boost the economy for car manufacturers, but critics are concerned it could lead to worse air quality.

The decision to block these stricter pollution standards affects everyone, as air quality is tied directly to health, transportation costs, and the environment. Many worry that if there are fewer rules for emissions, the air we breathe could become more polluted.

In summary, the House has passed this resolution, allowing car manufacturers to avoid tougher California pollution standards. This action will have significant effects on both the environment and the automotive industry.

This is a resolution that says Congress disagrees with a rule from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) about cars in California.

  1. Main Point: Congress does not support the EPA's rule on California's car pollution standards. This means the rule will not be allowed to affect the laws.

  2. Details:

    • The rule deals with pollution control for cars and engines in California.
    • It was introduced to make cars cleaner and reduce pollution.
    • Congress took this action because they believe the rule should not be in place.

  3. Outcome: The disapproval means that California will not get the okay to follow these new pollution standards set by the EPA.

410 votes

Yes

246

No

164

Not Voting

22

  1. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
  2. On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 246 - 164 (Roll no. 114).
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  3. Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 246 - 164 (Roll no. 114).
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  4. Considered as unfinished business.
  5. POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.J. Res. 88, the Chair put the question on passage of the joint resolution and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Pallone demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
  6. The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
  7. DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 88.
  8. Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 60, H.J. Res. 78, H.J. Res. 87, H.J. Res. 88 and H.J. Res. 89. The resolution provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 60, H.J. Res. 78, H.J. Res. 87, H.J. Res 88 and H.J. Res. 89 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each joint resolution.
  9. Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 354. (consideration: CR H1748: 1; text: CR H1749)
  10. Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 354 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 60, H.J. Res. 78, H.J. Res. 87, H.J. Res. 88 and H The resolution provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 60, H.J. Res. 78, H.J. Res. 87, H.J. Res. 88, and H.J. Res. 89 under a closed rule with one hour of debate and one motion to recommit on each joint resolution.
  11. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1629)
  12. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1421)
  13. Introduced in House

    This is a resolution that says Congress disagrees with a rule from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) about cars in California.

    1. Main Point: Congress does not support the EPA's rule on California's car pollution standards. This means the rule will not be allowed to affect the laws.

    2. Details:

      • The rule deals with pollution control for cars and engines in California.
      • It was introduced to make cars cleaner and reduce pollution.
      • Congress took this action because they believe the rule should not be in place.

    3. Outcome: The disapproval means that California will not get the okay to follow these new pollution standards set by the EPA.

  14. Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  15. Introduced in House