Bills · SJRES 86
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Joint Res.SJRES 86Wilderness and natural areas, wildlife refuges, wild rivers, habitatsAir quality
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 "Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period".
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care because this bill directly impacts air quality and environmental regulations in South Dakota. If this bill passes, it would mean that whatever specific requirements the EPA's rule set for South Dakota to reduce air pollution causing regional haze would not go into effect. This could lead to different standards for pollution control from industrial sources in the state, potentially affecting public health, the clarity of views in scenic areas, and the costs for businesses to operate.
If the resolution does not pass, the EPA's rule would proceed, establishing specific steps for South Dakota to follow in its efforts to clean up haze-causing pollution. This bill represents a direct conflict over federal versus state control in environmental policy and the balance between economic activity and environmental protection in South Dakota.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Congress disapproves the specific rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) relating to "Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period" (90 Fed. Reg. 41893, August 28, 2025).
This is the core action of the bill, directly targeting and attempting to block a specific federal environmental regulation.
PROVISION 02
States that the disapproved rule "shall have no force or effect."
This provision explicitly nullifies the EPA rule if the resolution is enacted, preventing it from ever taking legal effect.
PROVISION 03
The disapproval is made under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, which is the Congressional Review Act (CRA).
This indicates that Congress is using a specific procedural power that allows it to overturn federal agency rules with certain legislative advantages.
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ACTION TIMELINE
6 EVENTSJAN 7
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure made in Senate. (CR S72)
JAN 7
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 43 - 50. Record Vote Number: 4.
DEC 9
Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works discharged, by petition, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 802(c).
DEC 9
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 290.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Joint Resolution
NumberSJRES 86
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedOct 1, 2025
Last actionJan 7, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED OCT 1, 2025
Senate Joint Res.SJRES 86Wilderness and natural areas, wildlife refuges, wild rivers, habitatsAir quality
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 "Air Plan Approval; South Dakota; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period".
INTRODUCED OCT 1, 2025· LAST ACTION JAN 7, 2026
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