H.J.Res. 61 · 119th Congress · House
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 Hazard
Introduced 2025-02-25 · Sponsored by Rep. Griffith, H. Morgan [R-VA-9] (R-VA) · Last updated 2026-03-31
Last action (2025-05-23): Became Public Law No: 119-14.
Summary
Wipes out new EPA emission standards for rubber tire factories that were supposed to limit hazardous air pollutants released during the manufacturing process. The EPA wrote the rule after a federal court told it to close a gap in its regulation of the industry. Congress used the CRA to undo the standards before they took effect.
The Good
Removes additional compliance burden on tire manufacturers
The EPA rule imposed new hazardous air pollutant emission standards on the rubber tire manufacturing industry. Overturning it avoids costs of installing and maintaining additional pollution control equipment that manufacturers argued could affect competitiveness.
Industry argued standards were more stringent than necessary
Tire manufacturers contended the new emission limits went beyond what current technology could efficiently achieve, potentially forcing plant closures rather than upgrades. They argued existing regulations already adequately controlled emissions.
The Bad
Overturns standards for known carcinogenic and toxic air pollutants
Rubber tire manufacturing produces hazardous air pollutants including benzene and formaldehyde, both classified as human carcinogens. The EPA rule was developed in response to a court order finding existing standards inadequate to protect communities near these facilities.
Disproportionately affects communities near manufacturing plants
Tire manufacturing facilities are often located in lower-income and minority communities. Weakening emission standards means these communities continue bearing the health costs of industrial pollution without the protections the EPA determined were necessary.
Vote Record
Senate, 2025-05-06
Passage (Senate)
Passed Congress.gov — Senate Roll Call #232
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Senate, 2025-05-05
Motion to Proceed
Passed Congress.gov — Senate Roll Call #231
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House, 2025-03-05
Passage (House)
Passed Congress.gov — House Roll Call #58
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