Energy

in committee · United States · Senate Oct 27, 2025

S 2548: Shawnee National Forest Conservation Act of 2025

S 2548 designates approximately 750 acres as Camp Hutchins Wilderness and establishes three Special Management Areas (totaling ~12,700 acres) within Illinois' Shawnee National Forest. The bill prohibits commercial logging, mining, and motorized vehicle use (except for emergencies or specific management needs), closes Forest Road 211 to vehicles, and withdraws all lands from mineral rights and public land laws. It requires the Forest Service to create a management plan within three years and allows scientific research, volunteer restoration, and limited hunting while banning trapping. These protections directly affect federal lands in the Shawnee National Forest, managed by the U.S. Forest Service under the Secretary of Agriculture.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill restricts energy extraction by prohibiting mining and withdrawing lands from mineral rights, limiting fossil fuel development in the Shawnee National Forest.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits logging/mining/motorized use, withdraws lands from mineral rights, designates wilderness, and mandates conservation management plan for forest protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Public Lands

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in committee · United States · House Mar 10, 2025

HR 1982: Return to Sender Act

HR 1982, the Return to Sender Act, rescinds unobligated funds from two specific sections (70002 and 70003) of the Inflation Reduction Act (Public Law 117-169) as of its enactment date. The bill repeals those sections of the Inflation Reduction Act and directs the rescission of any remaining unspent funds allocated under them. This action directly affects the funding mechanisms established by the Inflation Reduction Act, redirecting unused resources. It is a procedural bill focused solely on fiscal adjustments to existing legislation.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRescinds unobligated funds from Inflation Reduction Act sections, defunding allocated programs. Directly reduces government spending on specific initiatives.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill rescinds funding from Inflation Reduction Act clean energy provisions, weakening renewable energy development and clean energy standards85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill rescinds funding from Inflation Reduction Act environmental provisions, weakening climate and environmental protections.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 12, 2026

S 1464: Buffalo Tract Protection Act

S 1464, the Buffalo Tract Protection Act, withdraws approximately 4,288 acres of federal land in New Mexico (described as Tracts A-D on a 2019 map) from mining claims, mineral leasing, and other disposal under federal law. This directly affects the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), which administers the land, by prohibiting new mineral development on the surface. The bill allows the surface estate to be conveyed (sold or transferred) under existing laws like the Federal Land Policy Act, but requires the federal government to retain all mineral rights permanently.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill prohibits new mineral development on federal land, restricting potential energy production from mining and leasing activities.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentWithdraws 4,288 acres from mining/mineral leasing, prohibiting new development to protect natural resources and prevent environmental damage from extraction activities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Lands

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signed · United States · House May 23, 2025

HJRES 61: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing".

HJRES 61 is a congressional resolution that formally disapproves an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule setting new air pollution standards for rubber tire manufacturing. It directly affects tire manufacturers by blocking the EPA’s proposed rule (published November 29, 2024), which would have required them to meet specific limits on hazardous air pollutants. The resolution’s key mechanism is a formal congressional vote to nullify the rule, making it legally ineffective under Title 5, U.S. Code. This action stops the EPA rule from taking effect without creating new regulations.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill blocks EPA air pollution standards for rubber tire manufacturing, weakening environmental regulations on energy-intensive industrial emissions.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks EPA rule requiring lower hazardous air pollutant limits for tire manufacturers, weakening environmental regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality

in committee · United States · Senate Nov 20, 2025

S 3276: UNtaxed Act

This bill prohibits the United Nations or its affiliated bodies from levying any tax, tariff, fee, or penalty on U.S. citizens or U.S. entities without a Senate-approved treaty. It specifically blocks U.S. funding for any United Nations activities related to implementing or enforcing a global carbon tax, defined as a tax on vessel emissions under a global fuel regime. The bill directly affects U.S. citizens and businesses by preventing the UN from imposing such taxes or using U.S. funds to support global carbon tax systems. It establishes a clear legal barrier requiring Senate approval for any UN tax affecting U.S. interests.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill blocks U.S. funding for UN carbon tax initiatives, directly restricting government spending on international tax programs.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill blocks UN carbon tax implementation and restricts U.S. funding for global climate initiatives, limiting international clean energy cooperation.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill blocks U.S. funding for UN global carbon tax initiatives (targeting vessel emissions), directly defunding climate action efforts. Explicitly restricts implementation of carbon pricing mechanisms.92% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 11, 2025

HR 3930: Roadless Area Conservation Act of 2025

This bill codifies existing protections for designated roadless areas within the National Forest System by prohibiting new road construction, road reconstruction, and logging in these areas. It directly affects National Forest lands already identified as "inventoried roadless areas" under the current Roadless Rule, which covers roughly 58 million acres. The key mechanism requires the Secretary of Agriculture to enforce these prohibitions, maintaining current protections without expanding restrictions to other lands or altering existing multiple-use management. The bill does not create new protected areas but legally solidifies the existing regulatory framework to preserve ecological and recreational values.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill restricts road construction and logging in National Forest areas, limiting access for energy exploration and infrastructure development.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMaintains 58M acres of roadless areas by prohibiting logging/roads, protecting forests per current rule.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill prohibits new road construction in national forest roadless areas, restricting transportation infrastructure development in designated zones.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Public Lands Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House Jan 3, 2025

HR 52: Stop Woke Investing Act

HR 52, the Stop Woke Investing Act, limits shareholder proposals on corporate proxy materials based on company size. Public companies must exclude proposals that do not have a "material" financial impact on the business, defined as directly affecting investment returns or risks. This excludes proposals focused on non-financial social, environmental, or political goals (like diversity initiatives or climate action) from being included in voting materials. The bill caps the number of proposals companies must include: 2 for small firms, 4 for mid-sized firms, and 7 for large firms, with companies deciding which proposals meet the financial impact requirement.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyExcludes climate action proposals from shareholder votes, blocking corporate climate initiatives that advance renewable energy policies.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentExcludes environmental proposals (like climate action) from shareholder votes by defining them as non-financial, weakening corporate climate accountability efforts.85% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentExcludes diversity initiatives (labor/employment topic) from shareholder votes, restricting corporate focus on workplace equality and limiting worker-related proposals.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 30, 2025

SJRES 9: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission relating to "Commission Guidance Regarding the Listing of Voluntary Carbon Credit Derivative Contracts".

This joint resolution (SJRES 9) seeks congressional disapproval of a Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) rule issued in October 2024. The rule provided guidance for listing "voluntary carbon credit derivative contracts" on exchanges, which would have governed how these carbon credit trading contracts could be traded. If passed, the resolution would block this guidance from taking effect, meaning the CFTC's rule would have no legal force. This action directly affects the CFTC and market participants involved in carbon credit derivative contracts, preventing the new regulatory framework from being implemented.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks CFTC rule enabling carbon credit derivatives, hindering market mechanisms for emissions reduction and renewable energy incentives.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks CFTC rule enabling carbon credit derivatives market, undermining voluntary emissions reduction mechanisms and weakening environmental market tools.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Oct 14, 2025

S 3007: Diesel Truck Liberation Act of 2025

This bill prohibits all federal enforcement of emissions control requirements for diesel trucks. It directly affects diesel truck manufacturers, importers, distributors, and owners by eliminating all federal mandates (including under the Clean Air Act) for emissions control devices or onboard diagnostic systems on diesel vehicles. Key provisions repeal existing EPA regulations, prevent future rulemaking on emissions devices, and expunge past legal records related to non-compliance with emissions standards. The law would remove all federal legal barriers to modifying or removing emissions equipment from diesel engines.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRepeals EPA emissions regulations for diesel trucks, removing federal mandates that promote cleaner energy standards and increase fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentEliminates federal emissions controls for diesel trucks, repeals EPA regulations, and prevents future emissions rulemaking under Clean Air Act.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRemoves federal emissions mandates for diesel trucks, weakening environmental and safety regulations under transportation policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Freight

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in committee · United States · House Jul 15, 2025

HR 4361: STOP China Act

HR 4361, the STOP China Act, prohibits the use of federal transportation funds to purchase vehicles or related infrastructure (like charging stations for buses) from companies linked to China. Specifically, it bans federal funding for "covered vehicles" made by entities owned or controlled by China (as defined by the bill), including those using Chinese-made electric powertrains. The U.S. Trade Representative must publish and update a public list of these banned entities within 30 days of the bill’s enactment, with updates every 90 days initially and annually thereafter. Exceptions apply only for vehicle safety testing, inspections, or research. The bill directly affects federal transportation projects and contractors receiving federal funds, requiring them to avoid procurement from listed Chinese-connected companies.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks federal funding for EV infrastructure tied to China, restricting renewable energy infrastructure development per bill's ban on Chinese-linked electric powertrains and charging stations.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts technology by prohibiting federal funding for vehicles from Chinese companies, limiting access to certain tech products and infrastructure.85% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRestricts federal transportation funding for vehicles/infrastructure linked to China, limiting eligible projects and defunding specific vendors in transportation sector.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Public Transit Rail

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