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; Ohio; Withdrawal of Technical Amendment".

# Summary of SJRES 29 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would block an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that reinstated Ohio's Air Nuisance Rule (ANR) as part of the state's air quality plan. In 2020, the EPA had removed this rule from Ohio's Air State Implementation Plan—a document states must submit to show how they'll meet federal clean air standards. In January 2025, the EPA reversed that decision and put the rule back, saying the original removal was a mistake. This bill would undo that reversal, keeping the rule removed from Ohio's plan. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects Ohio's air quality regulations and any businesses or industries subject to the Air Nuisance Rule.

It also reflects a broader disagreement between Congress and the EPA over how to regulate air pollution in Ohio. **Current Status and Key Details:** Introduced by Republican Senator Jon Husted of Ohio, the bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on. The resolution uses a congressional procedure called the "Congressional Review Act" that allows Congress to disapprove of federal agency rules. If passed by both chambers and signed by the President, it would nullify the EPA's January 2025 action and restore the 2020 decision to remove the rule.