Disapproval of HFC Phasedown Rule

Full Title:
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 "Phasedown of Hydrofluorocarbons: Management of Certain Hydrofluorocarbons and Substitutes Under the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020".

Summary#

This joint resolution would disapprove the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule titled Phasedown of Hydrofluorocarbons: Management of Certain Hydrofluorocarbons and Substitutes Under the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020 (89 Fed. Reg. 82682 (October 11, 2024)). The resolution states that the rule shall have no force or effect. It was introduced in the Senate by Senator Roger Marshall on February 5, 2025, read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works. The measure is listed as in progress.

What it means for you#

If this joint resolution becomes law, the EPA rule named above would have no force or effect. As of now, the resolution is in committee and has not become law. No publicly available information on specific effects for individuals, businesses, or agencies is provided in the bill text or metadata.

Expenses#

No publicly available information on budgetary impacts or costs is provided in the bill text or metadata.

Proponents' View#

No publicly available information about proponents' stated reasons or supporting statements is included in the bill text or metadata. Sponsor: Roger Marshall (Senate).

Opponents' View#

No publicly available information about opponents' stated reasons or objections is included in the bill text or metadata.