Environment

passed · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HR 9497: Water Resources Development Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Water Resources Development Act of 2026, authorizes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to improve rivers, harbors, and water resources across the United States while establishing new administrative offices to better manage inland navigation, water supply, and community outreach. It introduces specific mechanisms such as creating a new board for levee owners to advise on flood safety, allowing for categorical permissions to streamline certain environmental reviews, and mandating a prohibition on diverting water from the Missouri River without approval from all relevant state governors. The legislation also authorizes numerous specific projects for flood risk management, ecosystem restoration, and water supply in locations ranging from Alaska to Texas, while simultaneously deauthorizing or modifying older projects that are no longer needed or require changes to better align with current environmental and safety standards.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill authorizes water resource management, flood safety improvements, and aquatic ecology protection via the Army Corps of Engineers.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Environment

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passed · United States · House Sep 15, 2026

HR 4219: National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Act of 2025

This bill establishes a formal National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Program under the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It requires regional teams trained in early detection and rapid response to prevent, control, and eradicate invasive species harming native wildlife and habitats on or near National Wildlife Refuges, using science-based methods and partnerships with states, tribes, and local entities. The program is funded at $15 million annually from 2026-2030 and mandates annual reports to Congress on progress in managing priority invasive species. It directly affects National Wildlife Refuge lands and adjacent properties by coordinating invasive species management with nearby landowners and agencies.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes invasive species program to protect wildlife habitats using $15M annual funding, directly advancing conservation efforts under National Wildlife Refuges.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Environment

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passed · United States · House Sep 14, 2026

HR 9436: Northeast Lobsterman Protection Act of 2026

This bill extends the deadline for specific regulations protecting the North Atlantic right whale from 2028 to 2035. The change directly affects the U.S. government agencies responsible for enforcing these conservation rules, such as the National Marine Fisheries Service. By updating the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, the legislation ensures that current protective measures remain in effect for an additional seven years. This adjustment allows regulators more time to gather data and potentially develop new strategies before the regulations expire.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends regulations protecting the North Atlantic right whale, strengthening conservation efforts and environmental protection.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Environment

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signed · United States · Senate Jul 12, 2026

S 629: Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2025

This bill increases financial assistance for farmers and forest landowners affected by emergencies. It raises upfront payments to 75% of costs for replacing damaged farm infrastructure (like fencing) and 50% for repairs, with a 180-day deadline instead of 60 days for using funds. The bill also expands wildfire eligibility to include fires spread by natural causes or caused by the federal government. These changes apply to the Emergency Conservation Program (Section 401) and Emergency Forest Restoration Program (Section 407) under the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill expands wildfire eligibility and increases funding for infrastructure repairs under Emergency Conservation Program, aiding natural resource recovery after environmental disasters.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Environment

passed · United States · House Jun 4, 2026

HR 2860: Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative Reauthorization Act of 2025

HR 2860 reauthorizes the Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative through 2032, continuing a program focused on protecting Puget Sound's marine ecosystem in Washington State. It maintains the existing Northwest Straits Advisory Commission (composed of local county representatives, Tribal governments, and state officials) and requires it to coordinate habitat restoration, monitor water quality, and collaborate with Tribal nations on conservation efforts. The bill authorizes $10 million annually (2026-2031) for the Commission to carry out its duties, including developing science-based restoration plans and reporting progress on benchmarks like habitat protection and water quality. It emphasizes collaboration with local communities, Tribal governments, and federal agencies like NOAA, without granting regulatory authority.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentReauthorizes marine conservation program with $10M funding for habitat restoration, water quality monitoring, and Tribal collaboration to protect Puget Sound ecosystem.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Environment

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passed · United States · House May 19, 2026

HR 7567: Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026

Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 This bill (commonly known as the farm bill) reauthorizes through FY2031 and modifies Department of Agriculture programs that address commodity support, conservation, trade and international food aid, nutrition assistance, farm credit, rural development, research and extension activities, forestry, energy, horticulture, crop insurance, livestock and other animals, and foreign investments in U.S. agricultural land.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly modifies USDA conservation programs, directly supporting environmental protection through land management and resource conservation initiatives.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Environment

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passed · United States · House Apr 15, 2026

HRES 1174: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6387) to amend the Clean Air Act to require revisions to regulations governing the review and handling of air quality monitoring data influenced by exceptional events or actions to mitigate wildfire risk; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6398) to amend the Clean Air Act relating to review by the Environmental Protection Agency of proposed legislation; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6409) to amend the Clean Air Act to clarify standards for emissions emanating from outside of the United States, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1156) expressing support for tax policies that support working families.

This resolution allows the House of Representatives to consider four separate pieces of legislation without certain procedural objections. It directly affects the legislative process by streamlining how specific bills and a resolution move through the House. The first three items are bills that amend the Clean Air Act to address air quality monitoring during wildfires, EPA review procedures, and international emissions standards. The fourth item is a resolution expressing support for tax policies aimed at helping working families. This procedural measure does not change policy itself but enables the House to vote on these underlying proposals.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill facilitates consideration of Clean Air Act amendments addressing air quality monitoring during wildfires, EPA review procedures, and international emissions standards, all environmental protection measures.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Environment

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passed · United States · House Apr 15, 2026

HR 1011: Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2025

This bill amends two conservation programs to provide upfront payments for emergency repairs. Agricultural producers can receive up to 50% of fencing repair costs or up to 75% for other farmland rehabilitation work before starting repairs. Forest landowners may get up to 75% of emergency restoration costs before implementing measures, with funds needing to be spent within 180 days or returned. It also clarifies that federally-caused wildfires (if spread by natural causes) qualify for payments under the program.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProvides upfront payments for conservation repairs, promoting land restoration and resource protection through funding for farmland/forest rehabilitation.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Environment

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passed · United States · House Mar 25, 2026

HR 6422: American Water Stewardship Act

This bill extends funding periods for several key water restoration programs through 2031, including the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, Long Island Sound program, and Columbia River Basin restoration. It modifies the San Francisco Bay program to require 25% non-Federal cost-sharing for projects and updates coastal water quality monitoring rules to include new testing technologies. The bill also restricts federal funds for these programs from going to non-U.S. entities or those partnering with "foreign countries of concern." These changes directly affect state, local, and nonprofit entities managing federally funded water restoration projects across specific geographic regions.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExtends funding for water restoration programs (Great Lakes, Columbia River) and updates monitoring tech, advancing environmental protection through sustained investment and improved standards.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Environment

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passed · United States · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 4294: MAWS Act of 2026

The MAWS Act of 2026 establishes a 3-year pilot program (2027-2029) to purchase invasive blue catfish from watermen and seafood processors within the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. It authorizes $2 million annually to fund covered entities - manufacturers of pet food, animal feed, or aquaculture feed - to buy blue catfish caught in the watershed, requiring certification of origin and setting minimum prices based on market factors. The program mandates detailed reporting on environmental impacts, economic effects on watermen, and market responses to inform future policy. This directly supports watermen and processors by creating a market for invasive blue catfish while collecting data for potential expansion to other watersheds.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill targets invasive blue catfish in Chesapeake Bay, aiming to protect native ecosystems through removal and environmental impact reporting.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Environment

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