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S.J.Res. 76 · 119th Congress

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 "Extension of Deadlines in Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources: Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review Final Rule".

IntroducedEnvironmental Protection
IntroducedSep 4, 2025
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Where it stands

Introduced. Latest step, Nov 19, 2025: Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 51. Record Vote Number: 622.

What it does

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This joint resolution nullifies the rule issued by Environmental Protection Agency titled Extension of Deadlines in Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources and Emissions Guidelines for Existing Sources: Oil and Natural Gas Sector Climate Review Final Rule and published on July 31, 2025. The rule extended (1) certain deadlines for performance standards concerning control devices, equipment leaks, storage vessels, process controllers, and vent systems at crude oil and natural gas facilities; (2) the date for future implementation of the Methane Super Emitter Program; and (3) a state plan submittal deadline. Thus, the joint resolution restores the original deadlines that were applicable before the extensions made by the rule.

Official summary by the Congressional Research Service (Introduced in Senate, Sep 4, 2025).

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What has happened

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  1. Sep 4, 2025Introduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

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Recorded votes

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  1. Nov 19, 2025 · SenateMotion to Proceed Rejected 46–51
    On the Motion to Proceed · needed a majority
    R 1 yes, 51 noI 1 yes, 0 noD 44 yes, 0 noEach member · Record

Cosponsors

  • Sheldon Whitehouse D-RI