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 "Emissions Budget and Allowance Allocations for Indiana Under the Revised Cross-State Air Pollution Rule Update".
Summary
S.J.Res. 60 is a binding joint resolution that would overturn an Environmental Protection Agency interim final rule published in May 2025. The EPA rule increases the permissible nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions from Indiana electricity generating units during the May through September period for 2024 and subsequent years. If enacted, this resolution would eliminate those increased emission allowances and restore stricter pollution limits.
This bill has been approved by its committee and is eligible for a floor vote, marking a significant milestone in the legislative process. However, a motion to proceed with consideration of the measure was rejected in the Senate on September 16, 2025, by a vote of 47 to 51. For everyday citizens, the practical impact would depend on the outcome: if passed, the resolution could mean stricter air quality standards in Indiana during summer months, potentially affecting air pollution levels and public health, though it could also impact electricity generation and costs in the state.