NE Washington News

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.J. Res. 61, a resolution to overturn a rule from the Biden-Harris Administration concerning American tire manufacturers. The vote concluded with 216 in favor and 202 against.

Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, expressed his support for rescinding what he described as "burdensome new requirements" that emerged during the current administration's rule-making process. He stated, “As we continue working to onshore manufacturing, it’s critical that we repeal the disastrous far-left policies that raised prices, slowed growth, and failed to meet the needs of the American people.”

Speaker Johnson echoed similar sentiments regarding energy policy and regulation impacts on industries. “House Republicans passed legislation to remove the Biden Administration’s handcuffs on American energy and protect American workers, consumers, and businesses," he remarked. Johnson further mentioned collaboration with the Trump Administration in efforts to "restore American energy dominance."

Chairman Griffith emphasized their commitment to reducing costs for manufacturers: “In our commitment to lowering costs and protecting the American manufacturing sector, House Republicans are aggressively dismantling the Biden regulatory regime.” He also highlighted that his Congressional Review Act provides "essential relief" to rubber tire manufacturers across Virginia and beyond.

The background of this legislative action involves repealing an Environmental Protection Agency rule related to National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) specific to rubber tire manufacturing. Finalized on November 29, 2024, this regulation has been criticized by some lawmakers as imposing costly obligations threatening jobs within this sector.