Republican leaders in the US House of Representatives aim to disapprove at least seven energy-related measures issued under former President Joe Biden using a filibuster-proof process under the Congressional Review Act. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise released a list of 10 rules prioritized for disapproval votes, requiring only a simple majority to pass in each chamber.
A key target is a US Environmental Protection Agency regulation imposing a $900/t charge on oil and gas sector methane leaks, potentially providing a reprieve from a 31 August deadline for operators. Republicans also hope to disapprove an offshore oil and gas safety rule for drilling in high-pressure, high-temperature environments, as well as energy conservation standards for gas water heaters, energy efficiency labeling standards, and air pollution restrictions on rubber tire manufacturers.
Two energy measures might not qualify for disapproval: a waiver allowing California to boost sales of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids, and voluntary guidance from the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission for trading carbon offset futures.
