Environment (Conservation)

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SRES 659: A resolution celebrating the 100th anniversary of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association.

This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association, a nonprofit organization focused on coastal protection and restoration. The Senate formally recognizes and congratulates the Association for its century-long work in promoting science-based coastal stewardship and policy advocacy. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the organization's contributions to preserving U.S. shorelines and beaches.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill recognizes organization dedicated to coastal protection and restoration, indicating alignment with environmental conservation goals65% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Conservation

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in committee · United States · House Mar 24, 2026

HRES 1134: Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association.

This resolution formally recognizes and celebrates the 100th anniversary of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association, a nonprofit organization focused on coastal protection and restoration. It honors the group's century-long work in promoting science-based approaches to preserving shorelines and beaches across the United States. The measure directs the House of Representatives to acknowledge the association's contributions to coastal stewardship and congratulates its leadership on this milestone.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill recognizes nonprofit focused on coastal protection and restoration, promoting science-based shoreline preservation efforts75% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Conservation

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in committee · United States · House May 21, 2026

HR 7695: To provide that the final rule titled "Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation" and issued on January 12, 2001 (66 Fed. Reg. 3244) shall have no force or effect and require the Secretary of Agriculture to construct certain roads on National Forest System lands, and for other purposes.

This bill would cancel a 2001 federal rule that restricted road building on National Forest System lands and direct the Secretary of Agriculture to construct new roads on those lands. The legislation specifically nullifies the Roadless Area Conservation rule and prohibits the Agriculture Department from creating any similar restrictions in the future. Under the bill, the Forest Service must build permanent and temporary roads to support forest restoration, reduce wildfire risks in at-risk communities and municipal watersheds, replace roads harming forest health, and fulfill the intent of the 1897 Forest Management Act. The changes directly affect federal land management decisions and would impact communities and organizations that rely on forest access and wildfire prevention efforts.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill cancels roadless area conservation rule and mandates new road construction, weakening environmental protections and increasing development on National Forest lands.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates construction of new roads on National Forest lands and removes restrictions on road building, directly advancing transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Public Lands Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 16, 2026

S 4103: Save Our Sequoias Act

The Save Our Sequoias Act establishes a comprehensive framework to protect giant sequoias on federal lands in California by creating a shared stewardship agreement between federal agencies, the State of California, and the Tule River Indian Tribe. The bill requires the formation of a Giant Sequoia Lands Coalition to conduct health assessments, coordinate emergency responses, and develop reforestation strategies, with annual reporting to Congress. Key provisions include an emergency response authority that allows for hazardous fuels reduction and tree removal without full environmental reviews for projects under 2,000 acres within groves, along with funding mechanisms for grants and a new emergency protection fund supported by philanthropic donations.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes framework to protect giant sequoias, creates stewardship agreement, requires health assessments, emergency response coordination, and reforestation strategies, directly advancing environmental conservation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Public Lands

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passed · United States · Senate Mar 27, 2026

SRES 665: A resolution designating April 2026 as "National Native Plant Month".

This resolution designates April 2026 as National Native Plant Month to raise awareness about the importance of indigenous plant species in the United States. The bill directly affects environmental advocates, land managers, and the general public by encouraging recognition of native plants' ecological benefits, such as supporting wildlife habitats and improving soil and water quality. It formally acknowledges that native plants are better adapted to local conditions and play a critical role in ecosystem resilience compared to non-native species. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the value of preserving native plant diversity.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes native plant conservation, which supports wildlife habitats, improves soil and water quality, and strengthens environmental protection through ecological awareness.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Water Quality Wildlife Tags Tribal Nations

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signed · United States · House May 9, 2025

HJRES 75: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers".

This joint resolution eliminates new, more stringent energy conservation standards for commercial refrigerators, freezers, and refrigerator-freezers. Under the joint resolution, such equipment is no longer required to comply with the new standards. Specifically, the joint resolution nullifies the rule titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers  and published by the Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy on January 21, 2025. Under the rule, the office adopted new energy conservation standards for commercial refrigeration equipment to achieve the maximum improvement in energy efficiency that is technologically feasible and economically justified. The rule required the equipment to comply with the those standards by January 22, 2029.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill nullifies DOE energy efficiency standards for commercial refrigeration, weakening energy conservation efforts and opposing efficiency improvements.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill nullifies DOE energy efficiency standards for commercial refrigeration, weakening environmental protections and reducing energy conservation requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Conservation

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 19, 2026

S 4146: Local Data for Better Conservation Act

This bill, known as the Local Data for Better Conservation Act, would require the federal government to use data collected by states when deciding whether to list or remove species from the endangered or threatened lists. The key provision adds a new requirement to the Endangered Species Act mandating that the Secretary of the Interior must accept and integrate state-collected information into listing determinations. This change directly affects state agencies that gather biological and environmental data, as well as federal wildlife officials who make conservation decisions. The bill aims to incorporate local knowledge and regional expertise into federal conservation assessments without altering the overall framework of the Endangered Species Act.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill strengthens Endangered Species Act by requiring federal agencies to use state-collected conservation data, enhancing environmental protection efforts.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 12, 2026

S 4088: Agricultural Management Assistance Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Agricultural Management Assistance Act of 2026, amends the Federal Crop Insurance Act to expand education and risk management support for agricultural producers and crop insurance providers. It requires the inclusion of language translation services in educational programs and adds specific conservation practices like soil health improvements, sustainable water sources, and agroforestry to the list of eligible activities. The legislation also increases funding limits, raising the five-year payment cap to $200,000 and authorizing $20 million annually to support these expanded assistance programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly expands education and risk management support for agricultural producers, includes language translation services in educational programs, and increases funding limits for educational activities.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill adds conservation practices like soil health, sustainable water, and agroforestry to eligible activities, advancing environmental protection.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 5, 2026

S 4011: Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2026

This bill reauthorizes the Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act of 1998, which provides funding to protect tropical forests and coral reefs around the world. It directly affects the U.S. government agencies responsible for implementing conservation programs, primarily through the Department of State. The key provision allocates $20 million annually for fiscal years 2028 through 2032 to support ongoing conservation efforts. This legislation extends existing funding authority without changing the underlying conservation goals or program structure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $20M annually for conservation programs, directly funding government agencies and supporting essential environmental protection efforts.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill reauthorizes and funds tropical forest and coral reef conservation efforts, directly protecting natural resources and ecosystems.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 12, 2026

S 4091: Habitat Connectivity on Working Lands Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Habitat Connectivity on Working Lands Act of 2026, amends the Food Security Act of 1985 to expand federal conservation funding and technical support for wildlife habitat connectivity and migration corridors on private working lands. It defines native big game species such as deer, elk, and pronghorn to ensure conservation efforts prioritize these animals and increases payment limits for land enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program. The legislation also authorizes cost-share payments for habitat restoration projects on grasslands and mandates that conservation practice standards include nonstructural methods like virtual fencing to manage livestock distribution while protecting wildlife corridors. Additionally, it directs the Secretary of Agriculture to provide technical assistance for implementing these practices and establishes virtual fencing as a high-priority research area to study its effects on natural resources and wildlife habitats.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill expands federal conservation funding for wildlife habitat connectivity and migration corridors on private lands, directly supporting environmental protection and conservation of natural resources.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Public Lands Wildlife

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