Environment

passed · United States · Senate Jun 15, 2026

S 2033: Cross-Boundary Wildfire Solutions Act

This bill directs the Comptroller General to study how federal programs and funding help or hinder wildfire mitigation efforts across different land ownerships (including federal, state, tribal, and private lands). It examines existing rules, funding access for agencies like the USDA Forest Service and FEMA, and analyzes activities from the Healthy Forests Restoration Act. The study will identify improvements to simplify cooperation between federal, state, local, and tribal governments on wildfire prevention. The Comptroller General must submit a report with findings and recommendations to Congress within two years. This is a procedural study bill focused on improving coordination, not implementing new policies.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill studies federal programs to improve wildfire mitigation coordination, aiming to enhance conservation across land ownerships per Healthy Forests Restoration Act analysis.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Natural Disasters Public Lands Tags Emergency Management

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 5, 2026

S 3796: Ohio River Restoration Program Act of 2026

This bill establishes the Ohio River Basin Restoration Program within the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to improve water quality, restore ecosystems, and enhance resilience across the Ohio River Basin. It directly affects the 14 states in the basin (including Ohio, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania) and Tribal Governments within the region, authorizing $350 million annually from 2027-2031 for projects. Key mechanisms include creating an EPA Program Office led by a Director, requiring measurable goals for water quality and habitat restoration, and mandating public reporting on progress, projects, and funding. The program prioritizes natural infrastructure solutions, such as restoring wetlands and floodplains, and requires collaboration with states, tribes, and existing regional bodies like the Ohio River Valley Water Sanitation Commission.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes EPA program with $350M annual funding to improve water quality, restore ecosystems, and enhance resilience in Ohio River Basin, directly advancing environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 27, 2025

S 781: Long Island Sound Restoration and Stewardship Reauthorization Act of 2025

This bill reauthorizes existing federal grant programs focused on restoring and stewarding the Long Island Sound through 2029. It extends the funding period for two key programs: the Long Island Sound Grants (under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act) and the Long Island Sound Stewardship Grants (under the 2006 Stewardship Act), changing their authorization from 2019-2023 to 2025-2029. These grants directly support states (Connecticut and New York), local governments, and non-profits working on water quality, habitat restoration, and public education projects in the Sound. The bill makes no new policy changes but continues current funding mechanisms for these established environmental programs.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentReauthorizes federal grants for Long Island Sound restoration/stewardship, extending pollution control funding through 2029 under existing environmental protection acts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 2881: A bill to provide for the transfer of administrative jurisdiction over certain Federal land in the State of California, and for other purposes.

This bill transfers specific federal lands between agencies to better align management with nearby protected areas. It moves approximately 160 acres of National Forest System land (in Tuolumne County) to the Secretary of the Interior for inclusion in Yosemite National Park, and about 170 acres of National Park System land to the Secretary of Agriculture for management as part of Stanislaus National Forest. The bill ensures existing rights, permits, and hazardous substance cleanup responsibilities remain with the original agencies until the transfer date. Minor land adjustments can be made with mutual agreement, and all transfers follow the map titled "Ackerson Meadow Land Interchange" dated February 24, 2022.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTransfers land to Yosemite National Park, enhancing conservation by aligning management with protected areas per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation Public Lands

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 3, 2025

S 2695: Synthetic Biology Advancement Act of 2025

The Synthetic Biology Advancement Act of 2025 establishes a National Synthetic Biology Center within the U.S. Department of Agriculture to award competitive grants to eligible land-grant universities (1862, 1890, and 1994 institutions). The center funds research focused on synthetic biology applications in agriculture, including gene editing, microbiomes, AI-driven modeling, and sustainable food production systems. Grants require partnerships with entities like National Laboratories or nonprofits and must address specific priorities like climate-resilient crops or new protein sources. The bill authorizes $5 million annually for grants and $1 million annually for center operations from 2026-2030, with mandatory progress reports to Congress.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds research for sustainable food production systems via synthetic biology, aligning with environmental conservation goals through agricultural innovation.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds AI-driven synthetic biology research in agriculture, directly advancing technology applications through competitive grants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 16, 2025

HCONRES 44: Recognizing a health and safety emergency disproportionately affecting the fundamental rights of children due to the Trump administration's directives that unleash fossil fuels and greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change, while suppressing climate change science.

HCONRES 44 is a symbolic resolution recognizing a health and safety emergency for children linked to the Trump administration's climate policies. It claims these policies - unleashing fossil fuel production, blocking renewable energy, and suppressing climate science - disproportionately harm children through increased air pollution, extreme weather, and denied access to climate data. The resolution calls for reversing these policies, restoring the EPA's mission, and ensuring climate action aligns with protecting children's rights. It does not enact new laws or change policy, but serves as a formal congressional statement of concern.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyCritiques Trump administration's fossil fuel policies and calls for reversing them, supporting climate action and renewable energy development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill criticizes policies unleashing fossil fuels and suppressing climate science, calling for reversal to restore EPA mission and ensure climate action, directly advancing environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Air Quality Climate Change Natural Disasters Tags Children Emergency Management

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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 Feb 6, 2025

HR 1080: No Solar Panels on Fertile Farmland Act of 2025

HR 1080, the "No Solar Panels on Fertile Farmland Act of 2025," amends federal tax codes to exclude solar energy projects on "prime farmland" from key clean energy tax credits. The bill defines "prime farmland" using the USDA's standard (7 CFR §657.5) and removes eligibility for residential solar credits (Section 25D), production credits (Section 45), investment credits (Section 48), and clean electricity credits (Sections 48E and 45Y) for projects on such land. This directly affects solar developers and property owners seeking these tax incentives for installations on designated prime farmland. The policy change applies to projects placed in service after the bill's enactment date.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill removes tax credits for solar projects on prime farmland, restricting clean energy incentives under federal tax code (Sections 25D, 45, 48, 48E, 45Y).95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRemoves tax credits for solar on prime farmland, directly restricting renewable energy development by limiting financial incentives for solar projects on fertile land.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRemoves tax credits for solar on prime farmland, restricting clean energy deployment and weakening environmental progress by hindering renewable energy adoption on productive land.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts solar energy tax credits on prime farmland, directly limiting clean energy technology deployment and defunding solar projects.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Energy Storage Renewable Energy Solar Climate Change

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 25, 2025

SJRES 24: 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 "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing".

SJRES 24 is a joint resolution that would block an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule setting new standards for reducing harmful air pollutants from rubber tire manufacturing facilities. If passed, the resolution would prevent the rule - published in the Federal Register on November 29, 2024 - from taking effect, meaning tire manufacturers would not have to comply with the new requirements. The bill directly affects the rubber tire manufacturing industry by removing a specific regulatory obligation. This resolution uses a congressional disapproval process under federal law to stop the EPA rule without creating new regulations.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks EPA rule requiring reduced emissions from tire manufacturing, preventing implementation of stricter air pollution controls.95% confidence

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signed · United States · House Dec 11, 2025

HJRES 131: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to Coastal Plain Oil and Gas Leasing Program Record of Decision.

HJRES 131 blocks a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) rule that would have allowed oil and gas leasing in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Coastal Plain. The bill uses the Congressional Review Act to formally disapprove this specific rule, making it legally void. It directly affects the BLM's ability to advance the leasing program and companies seeking permits for oil and gas development in that area. The resolution became law after passing both chambers of Congress in late 2025.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks oil/gas leasing in Arctic Refuge, restricting fossil fuel development in protected area per Congressional Review Act disapproval.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBlocks oil/gas leasing in Arctic refuge, preventing habitat destruction and conserving protected area per BLM rule disapproval.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Coastal & Flood Protection Public Lands Wildlife