AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Sep 14, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 18, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- This joint resolution revokes the EPA's partial authorization of California Air Resources Board (CARB) amendments to Commercial Harbor Craft regulations.
- The revoked EPA authorization decision allowed CARB to create new emission standards with compliance dates based on vessel category and engine model year.
- The amendments expanded vessel coverage under the regulation to include additional types such as commercial fishing boats.
- Under the Clean Air Act, the EPA may authorize California to adopt and enforce nonroad vehicle and engine emission standards if they meet specified requirements.
- The joint resolution specifically nullifies the EPA decision titled 'California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision.'
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- If enacted, the revocation would prevent CARB's amended Commercial Harbor Craft regulation from taking effect.
- The official summary does not specify the emissions impact, compliance costs, affected vessel operators, or economic consequences of revoking the authorization.
- The summary does not document whether revoking the authorization affects other state emission standards or EPA authority under the Clean Air Act generally.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- The House passed the resolution 214-208 on September 16, 2026 (Roll no. 311).
- A motion to reconsider was laid on the table on September 16, 2026.
- The resolution's status in the Senate is not documented in the supplied information.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Sep 16, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Sep 16, 2026 — On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 208 (Roll no. 311).
- Sep 16, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 208 (Roll no. 311).
- Sep 16, 2026 — Considered as unfinished business.
- Sep 16, 2026 — POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.J. Res. 213, the Chair put the question on passage of the joint resolution, and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Pallone demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
- Sep 16, 2026 — The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
- Sep 16, 2026 — DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 213.
- Sep 16, 2026 — Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 9576, H.R. 10326, H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 9576, H.R. 10326, H.J.Res. 210, and H.J.Res. 213 under a closed rule with one hour of debate and one motion to recommit on each measure. The resolution provides for a motion to concur in the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334.