Environment

in committee · United States · Senate Jan 27, 2026

SRES 588: A resolution celebrating the 40th anniversary of the International Coastal Cleanup.

SRES 588 is a symbolic Senate resolution celebrating the 40th anniversary of the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC), which began in 1986. It recognizes the ICC’s global impact, including nearly 19 million volunteers removing over 400 million pounds of trash from beaches and waterways across 155 countries since 1986. The resolution encourages U.S. citizens to participate in ICC cleanups and highlights the need to reduce plastic pollution at its source, particularly single-use plastics. As a procedural resolution, it does not enact policy changes or directly affect any individuals or entities.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEncourages reducing plastic pollution at source and recognizes ICC's environmental impact, directly advancing pollution control efforts.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Recycling Waste Management

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in committee · United States · House Apr 24, 2025

HR 3009: TREES Act of 2025

The TREES Act of 2025 establishes a federal grant program to fund tree planting projects that reduce residential energy consumption. Eligible entities - including local governments, tribes, nonprofits, and power providers - can apply for grants covering 90% of project costs, with $50 million authorized annually from 2026-2030 to plant at least 300,000 trees yearly. Priority is given to projects targeting neighborhoods with high energy burdens (households spending a large share of income on energy bills), low tree canopy cover, senior or child populations, and low-income areas. Projects must include community engagement and local hiring, focusing on shade/wind protection to lower home energy use. The program aims to cut residential energy costs through strategic urban forestry, with all funding and implementation details defined in the bill text.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds tree planting to reduce residential energy consumption, promoting energy efficiency through urban forestry infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds tree planting to reduce energy use and emissions, directly advancing environmental protection through conservation and pollution control.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry

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in committee · United States · House Jan 24, 2025

HRES 68: Expressing strong disapproval of the President's announcement to withdraw the United States from the Paris Agreement.

HRES 68 is a non-binding House resolution expressing strong disapproval of the President’s announcement to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Agreement. It commends states, businesses, and citizens supporting the Agreement, urges the President to reverse the withdrawal decision, and calls for Congress to prioritize U.S. climate leadership. The resolution does not create new laws or affect specific groups but formally states the House’s position against withdrawing from the international climate accord. It was introduced by 115 co-sponsors and reflects broad congressional concern about reversing U.S. climate commitments.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill opposes US withdrawal from Paris Agreement, advancing climate goals that promote renewable energy adoption and reduce fossil fuel dependence.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly opposes U.S. withdrawal from Paris Agreement, urges climate leadership, and commends climate action - directly advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 1, 2025

SRES 364: A resolution recognizing the 20th anniversary of the Renewable Fuel Standard and its foundational role in strengthening American energy security, supporting rural communities, growing the United States economy, and improving environmental performance.

SRES 364 is a Senate resolution recognizing the 20th anniversary of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), a policy established in 2005 and expanded in 2007. It acknowledges the RFS's role in supporting domestic renewable fuel production, strengthening energy security, aiding rural economies, and reducing transportation emissions through mandated renewable fuel targets. The resolution does not create new policy or funding but formally commends the RFS's achievements over two decades, including its contribution to U.S. economic output, job creation, and environmental performance.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyResolution commends Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), a policy promoting renewable energy use and reducing emissions through mandated targets, explicitly recognizing its role in strengthening energy security and environmental performance.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly cites RFS's role in reducing transportation emissions and improving environmental performance, directly linking to climate/conservation benefits of renewable fuel standards.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEndorses RFS, a policy mandating renewable fuels in transportation, reducing emissions and supporting sustainable transportation goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · United States · House Oct 14, 2025

HR 5762: New York-New Jersey Watershed Protection Act of 2025

This bill establishes the New York-New Jersey Watershed Restoration Program to coordinate and fund habitat restoration and water quality improvements across the shared watershed region. It creates a competitive grant program providing federal matching funds (up to 90% for small/rural/disadvantaged communities) to state/local governments, nonprofits, and tribes for projects advancing habitat restoration, climate resilience, and public access. The program prioritizes communities facing environmental injustice and requires coordination with existing regional conservation plans like the Hudson River Estuary Program. Funding of $20 million annually (2026-2031) will support these activities, with 75% dedicated to the grant program and all projects supplementing existing conservation efforts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes federal grant program with up to 90% matching funds for watershed projects, directly funding environmental programs through government spending.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates federal grants for habitat restoration, water quality improvement, and climate resilience projects, explicitly advancing environmental protection and conservation in the watershed region.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Water Quality Wildlife

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2025

HR 4134: Flood Resiliency and Land Stewardship Act

HR 4134 amends the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) under the Food Security Act of 1985 to expand its conservation goals. The bill updates the program's purpose to specifically prioritize regional conservation efforts focused on soil health, water protection (including drinking water sources), flood/drought mitigation, and wildlife/agricultural land conservation. This change directly affects farmers, ranchers, and landowners participating in the RCPP by broadening the types of projects eligible for program funding. The key mechanism is revising the statutory language to explicitly include these new conservation priorities within the existing RCPP framework.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExpands RCPP to prioritize soil health, water protection, flood mitigation, and wildlife conservation - directly advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Conservation Public Lands Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · House May 8, 2025

HR 3293: Support Water-Efficient Strategies and Technologies Act of 2025

HR 3293, the Support Water-Efficient Strategies and Technologies Act of 2025, increases financial support for farmers and ranchers adopting water-saving agricultural practices. The bill allows up to 85% of costs for drought-resilient farming (like dryland systems), water conservation methods (reducing irrigation use), and perennial crop systems (such as long-term grain or forage crops). It also modifies existing conservation programs to better account for income loss during transitions to these practices and adds requirements for soil health outreach and testing. The changes apply to participants in USDA conservation programs under the Food Security Act of 1985, with a $200,000 payment cap over five years for any single entity.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds water-saving agricultural practices, directly conserving natural resources and promoting sustainable water use through financial support for drought-resilient farming and irrigation reduction.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 11, 2025

S 3457: Clean Water Standards for PFAS Act of 2025

The Clean Water Standards for PFAS Act of 2025 requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to establish new water quality standards and industry-specific limits for PFAS chemicals (commonly called "forever chemicals") by 2028. It sets specific deadlines for the EPA to publish these standards for targeted industries, including plastics manufacturing and electroplating by 2026, textile mills and landfills by 2027, and leather tanning and paint manufacturing by 2028. The bill mandates immediate monitoring of PFAS discharges from these industries and other entities like airports, and requires the EPA to adopt a standardized testing method by January 2026. Additionally, it authorizes $200 million annually for five years to help wastewater treatment plants address PFAS contamination.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates EPA to establish new PFAS water standards and industry limits by 2028, directly strengthening pollution control for 'forever chemicals' in water sources.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareTargets PFAS in water, reducing exposure to chemicals linked to cancer and immune issues, supporting public health outcomes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Water Quality

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in committee · United States · House Apr 24, 2025

HRES 346: Expressing the need for protecting and conserving at least 50 percent of the land, freshwater, and ocean ecosystems in the United States and encouraging diplomatic community efforts to achieve this goal worldwide.

HRES 346 is a non-binding congressional resolution expressing support for protecting and conserving at least 50% of U.S. land, freshwater, and ocean ecosystems. It urges Congress to advance this goal while encouraging international diplomatic efforts to achieve similar conservation targets globally. The resolution cites scientific evidence on biodiversity loss (including a 73% average decline in wildlife populations since 1970) and emphasizes that protecting natural areas provides climate mitigation, economic, and public health benefits. It references E.O. Wilson’s scientific estimate that protecting half the Earth’s surface would preserve 85% of species, and notes the need for equitable implementation to address historical disparities in conservation impacts. As a resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but formally states congressional support for this conservation target.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly advocates protecting 50% of U.S. ecosystems, cites biodiversity loss data, and urges congressional action on conservation goals, aligning with environmental protection indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · United States · House Nov 18, 2025

HR 6098: Climate Solutions Act of 2025

The Climate Solutions Act of 2025 establishes binding national targets to reduce U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. It requires electric utilities to generate 100% renewable electricity by 2035 and sets cumulative annual energy efficiency targets for electricity (reaching 11.25% savings by 2032) and natural gas (reaching 4.05% savings by 2032). The bill mandates the EPA to set annual emissions reduction targets, requiring U.S. net emissions to be 52% below 2005 levels by 2035 and reach net zero by 2050. These provisions directly affect energy providers, utilities, and all consumers through new federal standards for renewable energy adoption and efficiency improvements.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates 100% renewable electricity by 2035, sets binding emissions targets, and establishes energy efficiency goals for electricity and natural gas, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and emissions reduction.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentSets binding emissions targets, mandates 100% renewable electricity by 2035, and requires EPA enforcement of 52% emissions reduction by 2035.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Climate Change

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