United States Bills
Cubs 150th Anniversary Recognition
A ceremonial Senate statement recognizing the Chicago Cubs for their history, community work, and cultural significance.
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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S4552-4553)
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joint resolution disapproving at-berth vessel rule
a joint resolution under the congressional review act to disapprove an epa rule on at-berth vessel emissions at ports.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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Congressional disapproval of harbor craft standards
A resolution to overturn an EPA decision on harbor craft emission standards, blocking a substantially similar rule unless Congress authorizes it.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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CRA disapproval of PFAS TSCA rule
A resolution uses the Congressional Review Act to overturn an EPA PFAS reporting rule.
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Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 50. Record Vote Number: 222.
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Joint resolution disapproving EPA engine standards
This joint resolution would disapprove an EPA action related to emissions standards for small off-road engines, potentially limiting federal adoption of stricter state rules and impacting manufacturers and consumers.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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Disapproval of vehicle emissions waiver
This joint resolution would disapprove the EPA waiver allowing a state to enforce its greenhouse gas vehicle standards and prevent a substantially similar rule from being issued.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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Overriding EPA vehicle emissions waiver
This joint resolution seeks to reverse an EPA waiver and constrain states' ability to apply stricter vehicle emission standards.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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Disapproval of EPA emissions waiver
This measure uses the Congressional Review Act to disapprove an EPA rule related to vehicle-emission standards and state waivers, potentially blocking federal action.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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disapproval of esa harm definition rule
A joint resolution would cancel a change redefining harm under the esa, maintaining the current interpretation while lawmakers weigh next steps.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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National Shooting Sports Month tribute
A nonbinding recognition of small firearm manufacturers and the shooting sports community, highlighting economic and cultural contributions.
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Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S4393)
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Resolution to reinstate prior emission standards
A joint resolution to disapprove an EPA repeal and restore prior hazardous air pollutant standards for coal and oil fired power plants.
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Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 53. Record Vote Number: 135. (CR S2509)
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Tightening Broadband Funding Vetting Rules
The FCC must vet applicants' technical, financial, and business plans before awarding high-cost broadband funds. Penalties rise for applicants who fail pre-authorization obligations.
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Became Public Law No: 119-89.
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Disapproving EPA South Dakota Haze Rule
Resolution to nullify EPA approval of South Dakota's regional haze air plan for the second implementation period (90 Fed. Reg. 41893, Aug. 28, 2025).
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Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 43 - 50. Record Vote Number: 4.
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Disapproval of NPR-A ROD
Cancels the BLM's 2022 Integrated Activity Plan Record of Decision for the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska.
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Became Public Law No: 119-47.
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Disapproving Coastal Plain Record of Decision
Proposes to cancel the BLM's Coastal Plain leasing record of decision under the Congressional Review Act; introduced and later indefinitely postponed in the Senate.
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Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Smith River Expansion Act
Expands Smith River recreation area into Oregon and designates additional wild river segments; updates management, studies, and tribal protections.
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Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 119-237.
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Harmful Algal Bloom Amendments Act
Updates federal monitoring, response, and research for harmful algal blooms and hypoxia; creates observing network and incubator program and sets funding authorizations.
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Held at the desk.
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Climate resolution on children health
A concurrent resolution urging reversal of executive actions, restoration of epa climate duties, and republishing climate data to protect children.
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Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (text: CR S4423)
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Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains
Strengthens oversight of chip supply chains and boosts domestic production. It could change procurement, funding, and rules for manufacturers and buyers.
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Held at the desk.
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Disapprove EPA California Waiver Rule
Nullifies EPA's April 6, 2023 notice allowing California vehicle emission standards and related zero-emission programs (88 Fed. Reg. 20688).
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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Disapproval of EPA Waiver
Resolves congressional disapproval of EPA's waiver allowing California's low-NOx vehicle and engine standards; if enacted, the rule would be void.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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Tailpipe Regulation Reform
Proposes limiting EPA authority over tailpipe rules and preserving multiple engine types for new vehicles.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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Congress Moves to Block Oil and Gas Fee
This cancels an EPA charge on oil and gas emissions. Affected companies would not owe the fee or follow its compliance rules.
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Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Overturn energy-efficiency water heater rule
this joint resolution would nullify a DOE energy standard for gas-fired tankless water heaters and prohibit a substantially similar rule without new legislation.
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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 12.
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