Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "New Source Performance Standards Review for Volatile Organic Liquid Storage Vessels (Including Petroleum Liquid Storage Vessels)".

# Summary of HJRES 43 **What the Bill Does:** This bill would reject an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that tightens pollution standards for storage tanks containing volatile organic liquids, such as petroleum products. The rule, which took effect in October 2024, sets stricter requirements for new or modified storage tanks built after October 2023, aiming to reduce air pollution from these facilities under the Clean Air Act. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily impacts the petroleum and chemical storage industries, which would face less stringent environmental requirements if the rule is overturned.

It also affects air quality in communities near storage facilities, as the EPA rule was designed to limit emissions of volatile organic compounds—pollutants that contribute to smog and respiratory health problems. **Current Status:** The bill is sponsored by Representative Andrew Clyde (R-GA) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. This type of measure uses a congressional procedure that allows lawmakers to disapprove of federal agency rules, though such bills rarely succeed without substantial bipartisan support.