Environment

in committee · United States · House Jan 28, 2026

HR 7268: CLEAN–UP Act

HR 7268, the CLEAN-UP Act, streamlines the removal or remediation of contaminated sediment in waterways by requiring the Army Corps of Engineers (as "Secretary") to develop a joint plan with local partners. This plan must protect human health and the environment, detail work methods, disposal locations, roles, and funding sources, and undergo public review. The bill shields the Corps from liability under federal environmental law for cleanup activities conducted under this approved plan. It maintains existing requirements for the government to seek cost recovery from polluters responsible for the contamination. The law directly affects federal and local agencies managing sediment cleanup projects under existing water resources programs.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill requires Corps to develop plan protecting human health/environment in sediment cleanup, explicitly mandating environmental protection as a core component.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Hazardous Materials Water Quality

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in committee · United States · House Oct 3, 2025

HR 2462: Black Vulture Relief Act

The Black Vulture Relief Act authorizes livestock producers and their employees to remove or kill black vultures (Coragyps atratus) that are causing or likely to cause harm to livestock, bypassing standard protections under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. It prohibits using poison for this purpose and requires annual reports to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service about such actions, using a simplified form. The law specifically targets vultures threatening livestock as defined in existing federal agriculture law, with reporting deadlines starting after a form is developed by the Fish and Wildlife Service.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentWeakens Migratory Bird Treaty Act protections for livestock producers, prioritizing industry over conservation of protected bird species.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Wildlife

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passed · United States · House Jul 23, 2025

HR 1917: Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Act of 2025

HR 1917, the Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Act of 2025, establishes a federal program within the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to mass-tag hatchery-reared fish in the Great Lakes. The program directly affects federal, state, and tribal fisheries agencies by providing data on hatchery fish versus wild fish populations through automated tagging. Key provisions authorize $5 million annually (2026-2030) to purchase tagging equipment, hire staff, and share collected data with partner agencies to inform management decisions about fish stocking, habitat restoration, and balancing predator-prey relationships. This data supports the economic stability of the Great Lakes fisheries sector, which contributes over $7 billion annually to the regional economy.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds data collection for sustainable fisheries management, aiding conservation of Great Lakes ecosystems by distinguishing hatchery vs. wild fish populations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Wildlife

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2025

HR 4660: Unlocking Housing Supply Through Streamlined and Modernized Reviews Act

This bill streamlines environmental reviews for HUD-funded housing projects by reclassifying many activities into simplified review categories under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). It directly affects HUD housing programs - including tenant assistance, repairs, affordable housing pre-development, and infill projects - by eliminating full environmental reviews for eligible activities. Key mechanisms include categorizing routine housing actions (like minor repairs or 1-4 unit rehab) as "categorical exclusions" and limiting review requirements for larger projects (e.g., 5-15 units) unless they significantly alter environmental conditions. The bill requires HUD to report annually on reduced review times and cost savings in the affordable housing sector over five years. This policy change aims to accelerate housing development without altering environmental protections for qualifying projects.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentEliminates full NEPA environmental reviews for HUD housing projects, weakening regulatory oversight for routine housing actions per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingStreamlines environmental reviews for HUD housing projects, accelerating affordable housing development by removing bureaucratic barriers for eligible activities like repairs and infill.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Building Codes Community Development

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in committee · United States · House Dec 4, 2025

HR 6474: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expand the meaning and eligibility of energy communities for purposes of the increased renewable electricity production and increased clean electricity investment credit rates.

This bill expands tax credit eligibility for renewable energy projects by broadening the definition of "energy communities" under two existing tax provisions. It specifically adds non-metropolitan (rural) areas to the list of eligible locations for the increased renewable electricity production credit (Section 45) and removes a restriction affecting the clean electricity investment credit (Section 48E). As a result, renewable energy developers in rural communities will now qualify for higher tax credits previously limited to urban areas. The changes align with permanent provisions from the Inflation Reduction Act, making these expanded credits available for projects in non-urban locations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax credits for renewable energy developers in rural areas via amended tax code, increasing fiscal incentives for clean energy investment.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExpands tax credits for rural renewable projects by broadening 'energy communities' definition and removing restrictions on clean energy credits, directly advancing renewable energy funding.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExpands tax credits for renewable energy projects in rural areas, directly promoting clean energy adoption and increasing eligibility for environmental protection incentives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Renewable Energy Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · United States · House Sep 18, 2025

HR 5472: Brownfield Revitalization and Remediation Act

The Brownfield Revitalization and Remediation Act (HR 5472) allows businesses to immediately deduct the full cost of cleaning up contaminated properties (brownfields) instead of spreading these costs over time through depreciation. It restores this immediate deduction for cleanup costs incurred between 2012 and 2024, and again after 2029 (excluding 2025-2029), while expanding eligible costs to include assessment, investigation, and monitoring activities at brownfield sites. The bill also treats pollutants and contaminants as hazardous substances for tax purposes, making more cleanup expenses deductible under the Internal Revenue Code. This policy change directly affects businesses undertaking environmental remediation at brownfield sites across the United States.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides immediate tax deduction for business cleanup costs, offering tax relief under tax policy framework.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncentivizes cleanup of contaminated brownfield sites via tax deductions, directly advancing environmental remediation and protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Hazardous Materials

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in committee · United States · House Jan 22, 2025

HR 606: Energy Opportunities for All Act

HR 606, the "Energy Opportunities for All Act," formally nullifies Public Land Order No. 7923. This order had withdrawn public lands surrounding Chaco Culture National Historical Park in San Juan County, New Mexico, from mineral development. The bill reverses that withdrawal, making those lands available for potential energy development. It directly affects land management decisions in that specific New Mexico area and the federal process for mineral leasing. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on repealing the prior land withdrawal order.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill reverses land withdrawal for mineral leasing, enabling fossil fuel development and favoring fossil fuels over renewable energy policies.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill nullifies withdrawal protecting Chaco Culture Park lands from mineral development, enabling energy extraction that weakens environmental safeguards in a conservation area.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation Public Lands

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in committee · United States · House Nov 19, 2025

HR 1514: Mississippi River Basin Fishery Commission Act of 2025

HR 1514 establishes the Mississippi River Basin Fishery Commission within the Department of the Interior to coordinate management of interjurisdictional fisheries across 31 U.S. states, two Canadian provinces, federal agencies, and tribal nations. The Commission oversees six sub-basin management plans, develops strategies to control invasive carp (like bighead and silver carp), and administers grant programs for conservation projects. It provides $30 million annually (2027-2029) and $50 million annually (2030-2032) to fund collaborative efforts, with grants prioritizing projects aligned with the existing MICRA Joint Strategic Plan. The Commission’s authority is nonbinding, requiring consensus among member entities but not overriding state or federal management laws.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes commission for fisheries management, controls invasive carp, funds $30M-$50M for conservation projects protecting ecosystems95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 28, 2025

S 2472: Department of Defense PFAS Discharge Prevention Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense to request modifications to stormwater discharge permits at military facilities, mandating quarterly testing for PFAS (chemicals used in firefighting foams and other military products) and implementation of best practices to reduce discharges. It applies to all DoD facilities with active permits under the Clean Water Act, with exceptions for permits already containing these requirements. The bill also directs that at least 1% of annual funds allocated for PFAS remediation must be used for monitoring and reduction activities at these facilities. These provisions aim to standardize PFAS testing and controls across military sites without creating new regulatory standards.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates quarterly PFAS testing and discharge reduction at military facilities, directly addressing water pollution from toxic chemicals under Clean Water Act compliance.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Water Quality

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in committee · United States · House May 13, 2025

HR 3361: Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Program Reauthorization Act of 2025

HR 3361 reauthorizes the Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Program through 2034, doubling its annual funding cap from $4 million to $8 million. It directly affects collaborative groups working on forest restoration across federal, state, tribal, and private lands. Key changes include expanding eligible projects to address wildfire risk reduction across multiple land ownerships, enhance watershed health, and improve monitoring standards. The bill also requires federal staffing plans for supporting these collaboratives and adds new mechanisms like conservation finance agreements for implementation.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentReauthorizes and doubles funding for forest restoration, wildfire risk reduction, and watershed health - directly advancing environmental protection through increased resources and expanded project scope.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Water Quality

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