This bill would repeal Section 115 of the Clean Air Act, which currently allows the federal government to regulate air pollution that crosses state and international borders. The legislation would eliminate the EPA's authority to address international air pollution issues while maintaining its ability to handle pollution that travels between states. The bill targets a provision that has been used to enforce air quality standards when pollution from one country affects air quality in the United States. Introduced by Representative Scott Perry and four Republican colleagues in March 2024, the measure contains no funding requirements or implementation timeline. The bill was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce but has not advanced further in the legislative process.
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