California's recent legislative push to impose its stringent energy and climate mandates on the rest of the nation is a form of imperialism that threatens economic stability and federalism. The state's efforts, such as banning new gas-powered cars and dictating building codes, extend beyond its borders, impacting consumers and businesses nationwide. Congress has a tool to push back: the Congressional Review Act (CRA), which allows it to overturn federal agency rules.

By using the CRA to nullify waivers and regulations that enable California's overreach, Congress can restore balance and prevent one state from setting national policy. This is not about undermining environmental progress but about respecting state sovereignty and the Constitution.