H.J.Res. 26In committeeEnvironment & energy
Resolution would repeal EPA truck emissions rule using review act power
Data as of July 11, 2026
This bill would cancel the EPA's Phase 3 greenhouse gas emissions rule for heavy-duty trucks and buses.40-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
This bill uses the Congressional Review Act to cancel the EPA's "Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles—Phase 3" rule, issued in April 2024. If enacted, the rule would be treated as if it never took effect, and the EPA would be blocked from issuing a similar rule without new congressional authorization.
Who does it affect?
Truck and bus manufacturers, trucking companies, and fleet operators would no longer face the new emissions requirements. The environment and public health could also be affected, since the rule aimed to cut pollution linked to climate change.
Why does it matter?
Blocking the rule would remove the stricter emissions requirements manufacturers would have had to meet for certain future model years, affecting pollution levels, air quality, and manufacturer flexibility depending on viewpoint.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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- EPA proposes rollback of heavy duty diesel truck emissions regulation
upi.comJul 9, 2026
- Biden-era enviro rule accused of strangling truckers, squeezing Americans lands on Trump chopping block
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Official title
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles-Phase 3".
- Introduced:
- January 22, 2025
- Latest action:
- January 22, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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