Environment (Conservation)

in committee · United States · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7348: Transparency in Federal Land Acquisitions Act

This bill requires the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to publish proposed land protection plans in the Federal Register at least 60 days before finalizing them, giving the public a formal opportunity to submit comments. It applies to all land protection plans for National Wildlife Refuge System units, except for small expansions under 50 acres or 15% of a refuge’s total acreage. The law establishes a standardized process for public input on federal land management decisions, directly affecting how the agency engages with communities and stakeholders during planning.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires public comment period for refuge land protection plans, enhancing transparency in conservation decisions85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Public Lands Wildlife

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 5, 2025

SJRES 14: 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 "Phasedown of Hydrofluorocarbons: Management of Certain Hydrofluorocarbons and Substitutes Under the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020".

This joint resolution (SJRES 14) seeks congressional disapproval of a specific Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule implementing the phasedown of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), which are potent greenhouse gases used in refrigeration and air conditioning. The resolution targets the EPA's rule published in the Federal Register on October 11, 2024 (89 Fed. Reg. 82682), which manages HFCs and substitutes under the American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act of 2020. If passed, the resolution would block the EPA rule from taking effect, preventing it from regulating the phasedown of these chemicals. This is a procedural action to overturn an existing agency rule, not a new policy.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyOpposes EPA rule phasing down HFCs (greenhouse gases in energy infrastructure), blocking AIM Act climate action to reduce emissions from refrigeration/AC systems.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill seeks disapproval of EPA rule implementing HFC phasedown under AIM Act, directly opposing greenhouse gas reduction efforts by blocking regulatory enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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passed · United States · House Dec 10, 2025

HR 1676: Make SWAPs Efficient Act of 2025

HR 1676, the "Make SWAPs Efficient Act of 2025," requires the federal government to approve or deny state wildlife conservation plans within 180 days of receiving them. This directly affects states that submit comprehensive wildlife conservation plans under the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act. If the Secretary fails to act within that timeframe, the state's plan is automatically approved as of the 180th day. The bill streamlines the approval process to prevent federal delays from blocking state conservation funding.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentStreamlines federal approval of state wildlife conservation plans under Pittman-Robertson Act, preventing delays that could hinder conservation efforts.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · United States · House Feb 28, 2025

HR 622: To amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to increase funding for the conservation stewardship program, and for other purposes.

This bill increases annual funding for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) to $1.8 billion each year from 2025 through 2031. It also transfers $5.02 billion in unused Inflation Reduction Act funds to the same program. The CSP directly supports farmers and ranchers who adopt conservation practices on their land. The key change is boosting financial resources for existing conservation efforts through both new annual appropriations and redirected existing funds.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill increases CSP funding to $1.8B annually and redirects $5.02B to boost conservation practices on farmland, directly advancing environmental conservation efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · United States · House Mar 21, 2025

HRES 233: Supporting the designation of April 2025 as "National Native Plant Month".

HRES 233 is a non-binding resolution supporting the designation of April 2025 as "National Native Plant Month" in the United States. It recognizes native plants - species naturally adapted to specific U.S. regions - as essential for healthy ecosystems, biodiversity, and environmental resilience, highlighting their role in supporting wildlife and sustainable habitats. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but aims to raise public awareness about the ecological and economic benefits of native plants. It directly affects public awareness and educational efforts, encouraging communities to promote native plant conservation. The resolution was introduced by Representatives Case, Neguse, Joyce, Soto, Moylan, and Tokuda and referred to the Committee on Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly recognizes native plants' role in biodiversity, ecosystems, and environmental resilience, promoting conservation awareness without legislative action.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · United States · House Feb 13, 2025

HR 1309: Protect America’s Lands Act

HR 1309, the "Protect America’s Lands Act," prohibits national securities exchanges from processing transactions involving securities issued by "natural asset companies." These are defined as companies that hold rights to manage specific land areas for conservation, restoration, or sustainable use, with the primary purpose of maintaining or growing natural assets and ecosystem services. The bill directly affects financial markets by restricting how securities tied to environmental land management are traded, not landowners or conservation efforts. It amends the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to create this new regulatory barrier for such financial instruments. The bill focuses on securities regulation, not direct land protection or policy changes for land use.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRestricts financial transactions for conservation-focused land management companies, hindering their ability to fund ecosystem services and conservation efforts through securities markets.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Public Lands

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2025

HR 4591: Habitat Enhancement Now Act

HR 4591, the Habitat Enhancement Now Act, creates two federal grant programs to boost waterfowl populations. It provides $3.5 million annually (2026-2030) for grants to states, tribes, nonprofits, or individuals to install nesting structures (like hen houses) in the Prairie Pothole Region to improve duck nest success, and to establish nesting cover, brood ponds, and incentivize private landowners in California to enhance breeding habitat for mallards and gadwalls. The bill directly affects landowners who participate in the California program and conservation entities implementing both programs. Key mechanisms include competitive grants for specific habitat actions proven to increase nest success, based on scientific findings about declining duck populations. The funding is explicitly allocated for these targeted habitat management activities.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds habitat enhancement for waterfowl conservation in Prairie Pothole Region and California, directly supporting environmental protection through habitat restoration.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Public Lands Wildlife

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in committee · United States · House Mar 4, 2026

HJRES 151: 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 "Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan".

H.J. Res. 151 seeks to block a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) rule that established management guidelines for Utah's Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. The resolution, introduced in March 2026, uses the Congressional Review Act to request Congress disapprove the rule, which was issued in January 2025 and submitted for review. If enacted, the resolution would prevent the rule from taking effect, meaning the BLM would not be required to follow the specific management plan outlined in that rule. This action directly affects the monument's management, as the rule governed activities like land use and conservation within the protected area.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill blocks BLM rule establishing conservation management for Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, removing required environmental protections and management guidelines.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Public Lands

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passed · United States · House Feb 24, 2026

HRES 1075: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4626) to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to prohibit the Secretary of Energy from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for a product that is not technologically feasible and economically justified, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4758) to repeal provisions of Public Law 117–169 relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification, and for other purposes.

HRES 1075 is a procedural resolution that enables the House to debate and vote on two specific bills. It allows consideration of H.R. 4626, which would prevent the Energy Secretary from setting new appliance efficiency standards unless they are both technologically possible and economically reasonable for manufacturers. It also enables consideration of H.R. 4758, which would eliminate federal tax subsidies for home electrification projects under Public Law 117-169. This resolution waives objections to debating these bills and sets rules for their floor consideration. The resolution itself does not change policy but facilitates the legislative process for these two bills.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepeals tax subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), reducing government spending on subsidies and limiting fiscal support for such programs.85% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRestricts new appliance efficiency standards and eliminates tax subsidies for home electrification, opposing clean energy policies.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks stricter appliance efficiency standards (H.R. 4626) and eliminates home electrification tax subsidies (H.R. 4758), weakening environmental regulations and clean energy adoption.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Conservation

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 12, 2026

S 3860: Office of Small Farms Establishment Act of 2026

This bill creates a new Office of Small Farms within the USDA to better support small farms, ranches, and forest operations (defined as under 180 acres or with under $350,000 annual income). The office will coordinate USDA programs, review policies to remove barriers for small operations, and develop new initiatives like grants up to $25,000 for equipment, land access, or conservation. It requires State coordinators in each state to improve local program delivery and mandates annual reports to Congress on participation progress. The bill authorizes $25 million over five years ($15 million for the office, $10 million for grants and technical assistance).

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly includes 'conservation' as eligible grant purpose for small farms, directly advancing environmental conservation efforts through USDA programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry

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