Environment (Air Quality)

in committee · United States · House Dec 17, 2025

HR 6782: Public Health Air Quality Act of 2025

The Public Health Air Quality Act of 2025 requires the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a national network for monitoring hazardous air pollutants near communities, focusing on facilities emitting specific chemicals linked to health risks like cancer and respiratory issues. The bill mandates fenceline monitoring at 100 high-priority facilities that emit chemicals such as benzene, formaldehyde, ethylene oxide, and other hazardous air pollutants, with public reporting of data within 7 days of collection. It also requires deployment of 1,000 low-cost air quality monitoring systems in communities disproportionately impacted by pollution, with data made accessible in multiple languages and formats. The Act authorizes $146 million for implementation during fiscal years 2026-2027 to support these monitoring requirements and public transparency efforts.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates EPA monitoring of hazardous air pollutants at facilities, requiring public reporting to address health risks from emissions like benzene and formaldehyde.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMonitors pollutants linked to cancer/respiratory health risks, reducing public health threats through EPA air quality mandates85% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Environmental Justice Public Health

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in committee · United States · House Mar 27, 2025

HR 2165: Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2025

HR 2165, the Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2025, amends the Clean Air Act to prevent the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from writing future tailpipe emissions regulations that mandate specific vehicle technologies (like electric or hydrogen systems) or limit the availability of new vehicles based on engine type (e.g., gasoline vs. electric). The bill requires the EPA to update its regulations within 24 months to ensure new rules comply with these restrictions. This directly affects the EPA’s regulatory authority and automakers, as it limits how emissions standards can be structured. The law aims to preserve consumer choice in vehicle types by preventing regulations from favoring one engine technology over others.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks EPA from mandating electric/hydrogen vehicles under Clean Air Act, weakening clean energy standards for transportation.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentPrevents EPA from mandating cleaner vehicle tech (electric/hydrogen) and limits emissions regulations, weakening environmental protections under Clean Air Act.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill explicitly blocks EPA from mandating electric/hydrogen vehicle tech, directly limiting adoption of specific technologies per Clean Air Act amendment.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill blocks EPA from mandating electric/hydrogen vehicle technologies, opposing regulatory shifts toward sustainable transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality

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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 · Senate Jul 15, 2025

S 2291: Flex Fuel Fairness Act of 2025

This bill requires the EPA to adjust emissions calculations so that flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) using E85 ethanol count as having 31% lower carbon emissions per mile compared to standard gasoline vehicles. It directly affects automakers who must meet fleet-wide CO2 emissions standards under current regulations. The change would allow manufacturers to use a reduced CO2 value for FFVs in their emissions calculations, based on EPA's assessment that E85 reduces emissions by 37% compared to gasoline. This adjustment applies to how the EPA determines compliance for FFVs under existing Clean Air Act standards.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes E85 ethanol use, reducing emissions via renewable fuel standards for flexible fuel vehicles, advancing renewable energy adoption in transportation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill adjusts EPA emissions calculations to count E85 FFVs as 31% lower emissions (based on 37% reduction), promoting renewable fuel use and reducing fleet CO2, aligning with emission reduction goals.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPromotes sustainable transportation by allowing reduced emissions calculations for E85 FFVs, encouraging cleaner vehicle adoption under EPA regulations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Climate Change Electric Vehicles

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in committee · United States · House Dec 10, 2025

HR 6566: Recycling Technology Innovation Act

This bill amends the Clean Air Act to clarify when certain plastic conversion facilities are excluded from the definition of "solid waste incineration units." It directly affects companies operating facilities that transform plastic or post-use polymers (via methods like pyrolysis) into usable materials, provided at least 50% of the output by mass is a "product" (e.g., usable substances for sale or manufacturing), not energy or ash. Key mechanisms include adding a specific exclusion for qualifying conversion units (Section 2(A)(iv)) and creating a 180-day petition process for other similar units to seek exclusion (Section 2(B)). The bill defines "product" to exclude electricity, heat, or ash but include materials with commercial applications.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentExcludes plastic conversion facilities from solid waste incineration regulations, reducing oversight and potentially allowing higher emissions without pollution controls.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Recycling Waste Management

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signed · United States · House Jun 12, 2025

HJRES 87: Providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

H.J. Res. 87 (Public Law 119-15) is a congressional disapproval resolution that prevents an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule from taking effect. The rule, submitted by the EPA on April 6, 2023 (88 Fed. Reg. 20688), related to California’s authority to enforce stricter vehicle emission standards, including for heavy-duty trucks, zero-emission airport shuttles, and advanced clean truck requirements. By disapproving this rule, Congress blocks California from implementing these specific pollution controls under its existing waiver authority. This directly affects California’s ability to regulate motor vehicle emissions independently, as the rule would have allowed the state to enforce its own standards beyond federal requirements.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks EPA rule enabling California's zero-emission vehicle standards and clean truck requirements, weakening clean energy infrastructure implementation.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill blocks EPA rule enabling California's stricter vehicle emissions standards (including zero-emission requirements), weakening environmental protections by preventing stronger pollution controls.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBlocks EPA rule enabling stricter vehicle emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks and zero-emission transit, opposing enhanced transportation environmental regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Airports Vehicle Registration

in committee · United States · House Dec 17, 2025

HR 6815: Environmental Justice Screening Tool Act of 2025

HR 6815 creates a publicly available EPA tool to identify communities facing environmental burdens, such as poor air quality, climate risks, health issues, poverty, and racial disparities. The tool uses geospatial mapping to flag neighborhoods meeting specific thresholds across six categories of factors (e.g., asthma rates, proximity to pollution sources, unemployment). Federal agencies must adopt this tool within a year to prioritize funding and resources for affected communities. The EPA will update the tool annually based on public feedback and new data, with annual reports to Congress on changes in identified communities.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates EPA tool to identify communities with environmental burdens (pollution, climate risks, health issues) and mandates federal agencies to prioritize funding/resources, directly advancing environmental justice protections.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates EPA tool to identify communities with health issues like asthma and pollution, enabling targeted funding and resources to improve public health outcomes.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Environmental Justice

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 10, 2025

S 2243: International Maritime Pollution Accountability Act of 2025

This bill imposes fees on carbon dioxide-equivalent emissions and criteria air pollutants from international maritime shipping. It requires operators of large cargo vessels (5,000+ gross tons) to report emissions data and pay fees based on fuel consumption and emissions. The fees collected will fund programs to modernize U.S. shipping fleets with zero-emission technology, develop low-carbon fuels, train workers for clean shipping technologies, and improve air quality monitoring in port communities. The bill affects international shipping operators and U.S. port communities, with reporting requirements starting in 2027 and funding programs beginning in 2029.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds zero-emission shipping tech and low-carbon fuels, advancing clean energy infrastructure per bill summary.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentImposes emissions fees on shipping, funds zero-emission tech and low-carbon fuels, improves port air quality monitoring95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds zero-emission shipping tech, low-carbon fuels, and port air quality monitoring, directly advancing sustainable maritime transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Freight Ports

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 16, 2025

SJRES 60: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Emissions Budget and Allowance Allocations for Indiana Under the Revised Cross-State Air Pollution Rule Update".

SJRES 60 is a joint resolution that would disapprove an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule setting pollution emission limits and allocating allowances for Indiana under a revised cross-state air pollution plan. The rule, published in the Federal Register on May 20, 2025, would have required Indiana-based power plants and industrial facilities to adhere to specific emissions caps and manage pollution allowances. If passed, this resolution would cancel the EPA rule, preventing it from taking effect and halting its implementation. The resolution uses the congressional disapproval process under the Congressional Review Act to nullify the agency's regulation.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill disapproves EPA rule setting emissions caps for Indiana power plants, weakening clean energy standards and reducing regulatory pressure on fossil fuel-based energy production.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill seeks to disapprove EPA rule setting emissions caps for Indiana facilities, removing pollution control requirements and weakening environmental regulations.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 4, 2025

SJRES 47: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine and Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; The 'Omnibus' Low NOx Regulation; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision".

This bill (SJRES 47) seeks congressional disapproval of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that approved California's stricter vehicle pollution standards. Specifically, it targets the EPA's "Omnibus Low NOx Regulation" for motor vehicles and nonroad engines, which California had submitted for federal approval under waiver authority. If passed, the resolution would block this EPA rule from taking effect, preventing California's state-level pollution controls from being implemented under federal oversight.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks EPA rule approving California's stricter vehicle emissions standards, weakening clean energy regulations and maintaining fossil fuel reliance.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill seeks to block EPA approval of California's stricter vehicle pollution standards (Omnibus Low NOx Regulation), preventing implementation of enhanced emissions controls that would strengthen environmental protections.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBlocks EPA rule approving California's stricter vehicle pollution standards, weakening environmental regulations for transportation vehicles.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Vehicle Registration

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