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 · Senate Apr 4, 2025

SJRES 46: 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 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".

SJRES 46 is a joint resolution seeking congressional disapproval of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule concerning California's vehicle emission standards. The rule, submitted in 2023, relates to California's pollution control requirements for motor vehicles, including advanced clean trucks, zero-emission airport shuttles, and heavy-duty engine emissions. This resolution would block the rule from taking effect using a specific federal disapproval process under Title 5 of the U.S. Code. If passed, the rule would have no legal force, meaning California's current standards would remain without the EPA's formal approval for these specific provisions.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks EPA rule advancing zero-emission vehicle standards and clean truck infrastructure, directly opposing renewable energy development and emission reduction policies.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill seeks disapproval of EPA rule establishing stricter vehicle emissions standards (clean trucks, zero-emission requirements), directly blocking environmental protections.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill blocks EPA rule requiring stricter vehicle emissions standards, including advanced clean trucks and zero-emission airport shuttles, weakening environmental regulations for transportation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Airports Vehicle Registration

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 13, 2025

SJRES 19: 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 "Trichloroethylene (TCE); Regulation Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)".

This joint resolution seeks to block an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that would have regulated the chemical trichloroethylene (TCE) under the Toxic Substances Control Act. The rule, published in December 2024, aimed to establish new safety standards for TCE - a chemical used in industrial cleaning and manufacturing that can pose health risks. Congress would disapprove the rule through a specific federal process, preventing it from taking effect. If passed, this resolution would maintain current regulations for TCE without the proposed EPA requirements.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill seeks to block EPA's TCE regulation under TSCA, weakening environmental protections by preventing safety standards for a hazardous chemical.95% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBlocks EPA rule establishing TCE workplace safety standards, weakening worker protection from chemical hazards per TSCA regulation.95% 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 · 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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passed · United States · House Sep 16, 2025

HRES 354: Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 60) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Park Service relating to "Glen Canyon National Recreation Area: Motor Vehicles"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 78) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 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"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 88) 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; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 89) 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 and Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; The "Omnibus" Low NOX Regulation; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision"; and for other purposes.

HRES 354 is a procedural resolution that sets rules for the House to vote on five separate disapproval resolutions (H.J. Res. 60, 78, 87-89). These disapproval resolutions aim to block specific federal agency rules: one from the National Park Service regarding motor vehicles in Glen Canyon, another from Fish & Wildlife on endangered smelt protections, and three from the EPA targeting California's vehicle emissions standards. The resolution streamlines debate and voting on these disapproval measures, waiving most procedural objections to allow direct consideration. If passed, the disapproval resolutions would cancel the agency rules, directly affecting how California implements vehicle pollution controls and wildlife protections. The bill itself does not change policy but enables Congress to block these specific regulations.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill aims to disapprove EPA rules enforcing California's Advanced Clean Cars II emissions standards, opposing stricter clean energy vehicle regulations.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentEnables disapproval of EPA and Fish & Wildlife rules strengthening vehicle emissions standards and endangered species protections, weakening environmental regulations.90% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationFacilitates disapproval of EPA vehicle emission rules (Advanced Clean Trucks, Advanced Clean Cars II), weakening transportation regulations on vehicle standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation Wildlife Airports Vehicle Registration

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in committee · United States · House Mar 27, 2025

HJRES 79: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Review of Final Rule Reclassification of Major Sources as Area Sources Under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act".

HJRES 79 is a congressional resolution seeking to disapprove an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that would have reclassified certain large industrial facilities emitting hazardous air pollutants as "area sources" under the Clean Air Act. The rule, published in the Federal Register on September 10, 2024, aimed to shift these facilities from stricter regulatory requirements for "major sources" to less stringent standards for "area sources." If approved, the resolution would block the rule from taking effect, preserving current regulatory obligations for affected industrial facilities. This bill directly impacts the EPA's authority to regulate air pollution and the specific facilities subject to the proposed reclassification.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill disapproves EPA rule that would reclassify industrial facilities to less stringent 'area sources' under Clean Air Act, preventing weakened pollution controls. Blocks deregulation of hazardous air pollutant standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality

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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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