To nullify the final rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "New Source Performance Standards for Greenhouse Gas Emissions From New, Modified, and Reconstructed Fossil Fuel-Fired Electric Generating Units; Emission Guidelines for Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Existing Fossil Fuel-Fired Electric Generating Units; and Repeal of the Affordable Clean Energy Rule".

# Bill Summary: HR 1651 **What It Would Do** This bill would overturn a recent Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that sets limits on greenhouse gas emissions from coal and natural gas power plants—both new facilities and existing ones. The rule, which was finalized by the EPA, aims to reduce carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases from the electricity generation sector. If passed, HR 1651 would eliminate these emission standards, effectively canceling the EPA's climate regulations for power plants. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill primarily impacts electric utility companies that operate fossil fuel power plants, as they would no longer be required to meet the EPA's emission reduction standards.

Environmental advocates and states that support climate action would oppose it, while fossil fuel industry representatives and those concerned about energy costs would likely support it. The legislation is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.