Summary

Directly disapproves and nullifies a recently submitted EPA rule titled "National Volatile Organic Compound Emission Standards for Aerosol Coatings: Interim Final Rule," declaring that the rule has no force or effect. The resolution removes the federal regulatory requirements and compliance obligations established by that rule. This action mainly affects aerosol coatings manufacturers, suppliers, retailers, and state and local air-quality regulators by cancelling the federally issued VOC emission limits and any federal compliance deadlines tied to that interim final rule. It does not appropriate funds or create new programs; it simply nullifies the specified EPA rule.

• Congress disapproves and declares void the EPA "National Volatile Organic Compound Emission Standards for Aerosol Coatings: Interim Final Rule."
• The resolution removes the federal emission limits and compliance obligations created by that specific interim final rule.
• Aerosol coatings manufacturers, formulators, and suppliers are the most directly affected parties, as federal standards they were preparing to meet are nullified.
• State and local VOC regulations remain separately enforceable and are not automatically changed by this federal disapproval.
• The measure does not appropriate funds, create new programs, or add federal spending obligations.
• Federal enforcement tied specifically to the disapproved rule would no longer proceed under that rule; other EPA authorities remain available.
• Public-health and environmental groups may raise concerns about potential increases in VOC emissions absent a federal standard.
• Regulatory and business planning uncertainty may rise while EPA and stakeholders consider next steps or alternative rulemakings.