Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision”.

H.J. Res. 210 would nullify a specific EPA regulatory decision, using Congress's authority under the Congressional Review Act to disapprove agency rules. The targeted rule concerns "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth" — a 2023 EPA notice of decision (published October 20, 2023) related to California's authority to set its own pollution standards for ocean-going vessels while docked at berth. If enacted, the resolution states the rule "shall have no force or effect."

The rule primarily affects California's ability to enforce its own emissions standards for ocean-going vessels at berth, which would in turn affect shipping companies, port operators, and vessel owners operating in California ports, as well as the broader question of California's special authority to set stricter environmental standards than federal law requires.

The resolution was introduced August 6, 2026, by Rep. Vince Fong (R-CA), along with Rep. Gallagher, and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. It has not yet been voted on. To take effect, it would need to pass both the House and Senate and either be signed by the President or have a presidential veto overridden by two-thirds majorities in both chambers.

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