Environment

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 563: Ohkay Owingeh Rio Chama Water Rights Settlement Act of 2025

The Ohkay Owingeh Rio Chama Water Rights Settlement Act of 2025 establishes a final settlement for water rights claims of the federally recognized Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo in New Mexico's Rio Chama Stream System. The bill ratifies a 2023 agreement between the Pueblo, the State of New Mexico, and other parties, creating a $745 million Trust Fund to support water infrastructure, bosque restoration, and water rights management. It requires the Pueblo and United States to waive certain historical water rights claims in exchange for confirmation of the Pueblo's water rights through a legal judgment. The settlement includes specific provisions for fund usage, environmental compliance, and a timeline for implementation with an expiration date of July 1, 2038, unless extended.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes $745M trust fund for bosque restoration and water rights management, directly supporting environmental conservation and natural resource protection.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 9, 2025

S 1131: Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and Preserve Establishment Act

This bill redesignates the existing Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park as Ocmulgee Mounds National Park and establishes a new Ocmulgee Mounds National Preserve in Georgia, to be created once the Secretary of the Interior acquires sufficient land. It authorizes the Secretary to acquire land for both areas only through voluntary means (purchase, donation, or exchange), prohibits eminent domain, and requires a management plan prioritizing preservation of cultural sites sacred to the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. The bill also creates an advisory council with tribal representation, mandates hiring preferences for tribal members, and sets rules for managing hunting and fishing within the preserve under federal and state laws.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes national park and preserve to protect natural and cultural resources, prioritizes preservation of sacred sites, and restricts land acquisition to voluntary means, supporting environmental conservation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation Tags Tribal Nations

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signed · United States · House Dec 11, 2025

HJRES 130: 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 Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment.

HJRES 130 is a congressional disapproval resolution that blocks a specific rule issued by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for its Buffalo Field Office. The resolution, enacted December 11, 2025, prevents the "Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment" from taking effect under federal law. This action directly affects the BLM's management of public lands in the Buffalo area by invalidating the resource management plan amendment. The resolution follows the Congressional Review Act process, which allows Congress to reject agency rules within a specified timeframe.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill blocks BLM resource management plan amendment, potentially limiting environmental protections and conservation measures on public lands.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Lands

passed · United States · House Dec 8, 2025

HR 1949: Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2025

This bill amends the Natural Gas Act to give the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) exclusive authority to approve U.S. LNG export terminal projects, requiring FERC to deem such exports consistent with the public interest. It directly affects natural gas companies seeking to build or expand export facilities and streamlines FERC's review process by removing prior requirements for interagency coordination. The bill clarifies that FERC's decisions won't override existing sanctions laws, including restrictions on trade with countries designated as state sponsors of terrorism under current law. This change aims to accelerate domestic LNG export projects while maintaining legal safeguards for national security and foreign policy.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill streamlines LNG export approvals, promoting fossil fuel infrastructure over renewable energy development by removing barriers for natural gas projects.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill streamlines LNG export approvals and removes interagency coordination, likely increasing fossil fuel exports and reducing environmental oversight.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 16, 2025

S 3504: Strong Ports, Strong Communities Act

This bill creates a new grant program to fund community infrastructure projects near land ports of entry. It directly assists state, tribal, local governments, and nonprofit utilities within 25 miles of a land port, focusing on transportation, water, waste, utility, or environmental projects affected by port operations. Key provisions include a 30% local funding match (reduced or waived for rural areas or security-focused projects) and reimbursement for eligible projects completed after November 2021. The program prioritizes projects improving border security, trade efficiency, community resilience, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel quality of life, as outlined in DHS guidance.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly funds environmental projects including waste management and utility infrastructure near ports, directly supporting environmental protection and conservation efforts.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExplicitly funds transportation infrastructure projects near ports via new grant program, listing transportation as a primary eligible category in the summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Ports

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signed · United States · House Dec 11, 2025

HJRES 105: 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 "North Dakota Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan".

HJRES 105 is a procedural resolution that blocks a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) rule concerning North Dakota's resource management plan. It directs Congress to disapprove the BLM's "North Dakota Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan" (issued January 2025), which the Government Accountability Office determined qualified as a "rule" under the Congressional Review Act. The resolution states this BLM rule will have no legal effect once enacted. This action directly affects the implementation of the BLM's resource management plan for North Dakota's public lands.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill blocks BLM resource management plan, likely weakening environmental protections and conservation efforts in North Dakota.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Lands

in committee · United States · Senate Oct 27, 2025

S 1376: Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2025

This bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a feasibility study for designating the Benton MacKaye Trail as a National Scenic Trail. The 287-mile trail, which runs through Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina across federal lands and protected areas, directly affects the communities along its route and the Benton MacKaye Trail Association. The study must be completed within one year of the bill's enactment, assessing factors like the trail's current maintenance (95% on federal land, managed since 1980 by a nonprofit) and its economic benefits to rural areas. It does not designate the trail as a National Scenic Trail, only authorizes a study to determine if that step is appropriate.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes a National Scenic Trail, which protects natural resources, promotes conservation, and preserves environmental areas through federal designation and maintenance.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation Public Lands

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 3, 2025

S 3320: Keep China Out of Solar Energy Act of 2025

This bill prohibits U.S. federal agencies from using taxpayer funds to purchase solar panels manufactured or assembled by entities linked to China’s government (defined as Chinese-owned or controlled by China’s government or Communist Party). It requires agencies to stop all such procurement within 180 days of enactment, including via contracts, grants, or government purchase cards. Agencies may request waivers only if they prove no other viable source exists and the State and Homeland Security Secretaries jointly approve, with quarterly congressional reports on all waiver requests. The bill also mandates a study on domestic solar production capacity and a report on federal solar panel purchases from covered entities.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill restricts solar panel procurement from Chinese manufacturers, potentially limiting clean energy deployment and environmental progress by prioritizing trade restrictions over renewable energy adoption.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 3, 2026

HR 7947: Agricultural Management Assistance Act of 2026

This bill amends the Federal Crop Insurance Act to expand education and risk management assistance for agricultural producers, crop insurance providers, and other stakeholders. It requires the USDA to offer language translation services and update training programs to include diverse conservation practices like soil health improvements, sustainable water management, and agroforestry systems. The legislation increases funding limits, allowing producers to receive up to $200,000 over five years for these activities, while also authorizing $20 million annually in new appropriations. Additionally, it clarifies that payments for these programs do not count toward existing federal fund limits, ensuring producers can access multiple sources of support.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases funding limits for agricultural risk management and education programs, directly supporting fiscal allocation for essential services.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates USDA to include diverse conservation practices like soil health, sustainable water management, and agroforestry in training programs, directly advancing environmental protection.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Conservation Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 17, 2026

SRES 645: A resolution recognizing 2026 as the "International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists".

This resolution formally recognizes 2026 as the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists, acknowledging the ecological and economic importance of these lands to the United States. The bill highlights that rangelands cover a significant portion of U.S. territory and support domestic production of food, fiber, and energy while providing critical ecosystem services like carbon storage and wildfire risk reduction. It encourages federal agencies, universities, and organizations to engage in education, research, and outreach activities related to sustainable rangeland management during the designated year. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves to raise awareness and promote collaboration among stakeholders involved in rangeland stewardship.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill recognizes rangelands for supporting domestic energy production and ecosystem services like carbon storage, indicating positive stance on energy infrastructure.65% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill recognizes ecological importance of rangelands, highlighting carbon storage and wildfire risk reduction as ecosystem services, promoting conservation awareness.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry Public Lands

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