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S.J.Res.120

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 "Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category-Deadline Extensions; Correction".

Introduced·3/9/26

A joint resolution to disapprove an EPA rule on steam electric power plant effluent guidelines.

This bill, SJR120, seeks to disapprove a rule by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) concerning "Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category—Deadline Extensions; Correction." The rule, published on January 30, 2026, would have no force or effect if the resolution is passed. The resolution was introduced by Senator Sheldon Whitehouse and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

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Where it stands

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Environment And Public Works Committee
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History

Mar 9

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.