National Association of Landscape Professionals

Senate Republicans are launching an effort using the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to limit California's authority over vehicle and equipment emissions standards beyond its borders. The package targets earlier EPA waivers granted under the Clean Air Act that critics argue give the state outsized regulatory control. These measures aim to nullify various federal exemptions, such as those affecting passenger vehicles and gas-powered lawn equipment.

Senate Republicans are launching an effort using the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to target EPA waivers they argue allow California to exercise outsized influence over emissions standards beyond its borders. The legislation aims to nullify earlier EPA decisions that gave California regulatory control over equipment and vehicles, such as gas-powered lawn equipment, cars, and buses. Republicans contend that these waivers function as de facto climate regulation for the entire nation.