Environment

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 17, 2026

S 4805: Save Our Shrimpers Act

The Save Our Shrimpers Act directs the U.S. Treasury to instruct American representatives at international financial institutions to vote against funding projects related to shrimp farming, processing, or export in borrowing countries. This restriction includes a waiver provision that allows the Treasury Secretary to override the vote if they determine the project serves the national interest, with the requirement to notify Congress. The mandate to oppose such financial assistance is set to expire seven years after the bill is enacted.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill restricts funding for shrimp farming projects, limiting financial support for aquaculture and conservation efforts tied to sustainable shrimp production.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2026

HR 9453: End EPA Abuse Act of 2026

The End EPA Abuse Act of 2026 amends the Clean Air Act to limit the Environmental Protection Agency's authority to create new regulations. Specifically, it prohibits the EPA Administrator from issuing rules that restrict the sale or use of internal combustion engine vehicles, force power plants to switch fuel sources, or reduce the reliability of the electric grid. The bill also bars the agency from mandating technologies that are commercially unavailable, too expensive without subsidies, or technically unfeasible due to geographic or infrastructure limitations. Additionally, the law prevents the EPA from expanding its regulatory power beyond what Congress originally intended. These changes directly affect the EPA's ability to enforce environmental standards and impact industries such as automotive manufacturing and energy production.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill restricts EPA authority to regulate internal combustion engines and power plant fuel sources, limiting renewable energy and clean energy standards.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill explicitly limits EPA authority to restrict ICE vehicles and mandate fuel switches, weakening environmental regulations.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts EPA authority to mandate emerging clean technologies and limits regulatory actions that could drive innovation in energy sectors.85% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts EPA authority to regulate vehicle emissions and fuel sources, limiting environmental protections and sustainable transportation policies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Air Quality

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in committee · United States · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8330: Stop Climate Shakedowns Act of 2026

The Stop Climate Shakedowns Act of 2026 prohibits state and local governments from suing energy companies for damages related to climate change or greenhouse gas emissions. This bill declares that regulating emissions is exclusively a federal responsibility and voids any state laws that hold energy businesses liable for alleged climate harms. Consequently, all pending lawsuits of this nature against energy producers must be dismissed immediately, preventing states from imposing retroactive penalties for past lawful operations. The legislation directly affects companies involved in the production, refinement, and sale of oil, gas, and coal by shielding them from civil liability in both state and federal courts.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill prohibits state lawsuits against energy companies for climate damages and voids state emission regulations, effectively blocking accountability and limiting state-level climate policy enforcement.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill prohibits state lawsuits against energy companies for climate damages, effectively limiting environmental accountability and protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coal Oil & Gas Climate Change

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in committee · United States · House Sep 1, 2026

HR 9385: PROTECT USA Act of 2026

The PROTECT USA Act of 2026 prohibits U.S. companies from complying with foreign sustainability laws, such as the European Union's Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, to protect American businesses from extraterritorial regulations. This law defines "entities integral to the national interests of the United States" as domestic corporations operating in key sectors like energy, mining, and manufacturing, and it bans these companies from taking actions required by foreign due diligence rules unless they face specific hardships. The bill includes a process where the President can grant exemptions if a company demonstrates that compliance would cause particular hardship, while also protecting these entities from legal penalties or adverse actions taken by foreign governments for non-compliance. Additionally, the Act prevents U.S. courts from recognizing judgments against American companies based on violations of these foreign sustainability regulations.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill restricts foreign sustainability laws, weakening global environmental protections and prioritizing industry over conservation.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 11, 2026

HR 9277: To amend title 5, United States Code, to provide that judicial review under the Administrative Procedure Act does not include any evidence that the court determines is not the product of reliable scientific principles and methods.

This bill modifies the Administrative Procedure Act to allow federal courts to exclude evidence they deem unreliable during judicial reviews of agency actions. It directly affects government agencies and the plaintiffs or defendants involved in administrative law cases by changing how scientific data is treated in court. The key provision requires courts to strike out any evidence that does not meet their standards for being based on reliable scientific principles or methods. Consequently, this change could influence how courts evaluate scientific arguments in disputes over federal regulations.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill allows courts to exclude scientific evidence, weakening environmental protections and regulatory enforcement.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 14, 2026

HR 9317: BUSES Act

The BUSES Act establishes a national minimum standard requiring that restrictions on bus engine idling cannot last for less than 15 minutes, applying to both over-the-road and school buses. This rule prevents states and local governments from enforcing shorter idling limits through their existing air quality plans. Additionally, the legislation prohibits private citizens from suing bus owners or operators for violating these idling rules and bans state programs that pay individuals for reporting such violations.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill restricts states from enforcing shorter bus idling limits, which hinders local air quality and energy efficiency efforts.75% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill prevents states from enforcing shorter idling limits, likely increasing emissions and weakening air quality protections.90% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts local air quality plans and bans citizen lawsuits regarding bus idling, limiting regulatory flexibility and enforcement.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Public Transit Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9338: Pipeline Safety Authorization Act of 2026

The Pipeline Safety Authorization Act of 2026 expands federal oversight of gas and hazardous liquid pipelines by clarifying which smaller rural systems are exempt from regulation and raising maximum civil penalties for safety violations to $3.4 million. It requires the Department of Transportation to establish a confidential voluntary information-sharing system where pipeline operators can safely exchange safety data without fear of it being used in enforcement actions or lawsuits. Additionally, the bill mandates that states adopt specific best practices for preventing excavation damage, such as limiting exemptions for utility locates and requiring positive confirmation before digging begins. The legislation also authorizes funding for these safety programs through 2031 and creates a formal hearing process for enforcement cases involving significant financial costs.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill strengthens pipeline safety oversight and infrastructure protection, reducing risks to energy systems.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill strengthens pipeline safety regulations and increases penalties, which generally supports environmental protection by reducing leak risks, though it also clarifies exemptions for rural systems.65% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill strengthens pipeline safety oversight and establishes a confidential data-sharing system to enhance transportation safety standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Pipeline Infrastructure

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in committee · United States · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 9188: Military Readiness Permitting Efficiency Act of 2026

The Military Readiness Permitting Efficiency Act of 2026 allows the Department of Defense to enter into agreements with the National Marine Fisheries Service and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to speed up environmental reviews for priority military projects. Under these agreements, the military can provide direct funding to hire additional staff for these agencies if they lack the necessary personnel or funds to complete reviews within a specific timeframe. This process applies to environmental assessments required by laws such as the Endangered Species Act and the Marine Mammal Protection Act. The bill aims to reduce delays in military construction and operations by ensuring these reviews are completed promptly when national defense interests are at stake.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill accelerates military permitting by allowing direct funding to agencies to bypass standard environmental review timelines, potentially weakening protections.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Wildlife

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 11, 2026

S 4765: Let America Build Act of 2026

The Let America Build Act of 2026 primarily streamlines the process for leasing and permitting oil, gas, and mineral resources on federal lands while expanding state and tribal regulatory authority. It requires the Interior Department to resolve lease protests within 60 days and prevents lawsuits from delaying drilling permits or invalidating leases, even if environmental reviews are challenged. The bill grants states and tribes the power to issue drilling permits and regulate hydraulic fracturing on available federal land, provided they meet specific effectiveness standards. Additionally, it accelerates the approval of liquefied natural gas export projects by setting strict deadlines for federal decisions and limiting the scope of environmental reviews for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill streamlines oil and gas leasing, reduces permitting delays, and expands state/tribal authority to facilitate fossil fuel production.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill streamlines oil/gas leasing, limits lawsuits, and removes delays for drilling, directly weakening environmental protections.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Public Lands

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in committee · United States · House Jun 4, 2026

HR 9138: To require the Secretary of the Interior to transfer to the Secretary of the Navy administrative jurisdiction of certain land located on Adak Island, Alaska, and for other purposes.

This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to transfer administrative control of approximately 5,624 acres on Adak Island, Alaska, to the Secretary of the Navy. Once transferred, the land will be removed from the National Wildlife Refuge System and made available for military activities such as high-hazard explosive testing, aerial gunnery training, and electronic warfare development. The legislation also requires an adjustment to the boundaries of the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge to exclude the transferred area from its jurisdiction.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill removes land from the National Wildlife Refuge System to enable military activities, weakening environmental protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Wildlife

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