New JerseyLawmakers would say power plant carbon limits conflict with their intent
If both chambers approve and send the resolution, the state environmental agency would have 30 days to change or withdraw its carbon limits for certain power plants.
What it does
If both chambers approve and send it, lawmakers would say New Jersey's 2022 carbon limits for certain power plants conflict with their intent. The agency would have 30 days to change or withdraw the rule.
Argument forIf the agency changes the rule, some backup power plants could more easily follow grid instructions while meeting carbon limits.
Argument againstIf the agency withdraws the rule, existing power units facing carbon limits in 2027 and 2035 could emit more carbon dioxide.
More detail
Lawmakers would declare the state environmental agency's carbon dioxide rules contrary to their intent. The finding covers New Jersey's 2022 carbon dioxide rules for power generators. The rule the agency would be asked to change includes limits on existing units rated at least 25 megawatts. Both legislative chambers must approve the resolution before it is sent to the Governor and the head of the environmental agency. Lawmakers would need another resolution to cancel all or part of the rule. The agency would have 30 days after the resolution is sent to change or withdraw the power generator rule.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Sep 10Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste CommitteeIntroduced
Environment & Energy