MO HCR30

Urges the EPA to reject federal fossil fuel emission rules that would eliminate coal as a viable fuel for electric generation in Missouri and elsewhere.

Opposes EPA regulations requiring carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology for new coal-fired power plants, citing Congressional Budget Office estimates that such technology would increase electricity production costs by 75%.

States that stricter EPA emission standards on existing coal-fired power plants would increase electric rates for Missouri consumers, disproportionately burdening low-income households, rural electric cooperative members, and businesses.

Calls for state utility and environmental regulators to have maximum flexibility and discretion in implementing emission standards based on each state's unique energy needs, fuel resources, and economic conditions.

Directs the Missouri House Chief Clerk to send inscribed copies to the EPA Administrator and all members of Missouri's Congressional delegation.