Environment (Conservation)

in committee · United States · Senate Dec 11, 2025

S 3463: Protect Greenbury Point Conservation Area Act of 2025

S 3463, the Protect Greenbury Point Conservation Area Act of 2025, prohibits the development of a golf course at the Greenbury Point Conservation Area within the Naval Support Activity Annapolis in Maryland. It amends Section 2855 of the 2024 Military Construction Authorization Act to explicitly ban constructing a golf course there, while maintaining existing restrictions on modifying public access or environmental restoration. The bill directly affects the Naval Support Activity Annapolis by preventing future golf course development on this conservation land. Key provisions add specific language to the existing law, ensuring environmental restoration efforts remain consistent with current regulations. This is a concrete policy change restricting land use, not a procedural measure.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits golf course development in a conservation area, directly protecting natural habitat and existing environmental protections per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · United States · House Jan 8, 2026

HJRES 138: Expressing support for the designation of the second Saturday of January as "National Desert Day".

This joint resolution (HJRES 138) is a symbolic congressional expression of support for designating the second Saturday of January as "National Desert Day." It requests the President issue a proclamation encouraging public observance through programs and activities focused on desert conservation. The resolution highlights the ecological importance of U.S. deserts (Mojave, Sonoran, Chihuahuan, and Great Basin), their biodiversity, and the need for sustainable practices. It does not create new laws or affect specific groups; it solely promotes awareness of desert ecosystems.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes desert conservation awareness through symbolic designation, highlighting biodiversity and sustainable practices without new law.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · United States · House Apr 21, 2025

HR 2977: MRRRI Act

The MRRRI Act establishes a federal initiative to protect and restore the ecological health of the Mississippi River and its floodplain by creating a Mississippi River National Program Office within the Environmental Protection Agency. The program focuses on five key areas: improving water quality, enhancing community resilience to floods, protecting fish and wildlife habitat, preventing invasive species spread, and improving scientific monitoring. It will fund projects through grants to states, tribes, local governments, and organizations that address these focus areas, with specific requirements for Tribal involvement and environmental monitoring. The initiative requires the development of actionable goals, an action plan, and a science plan, and mandates regular reporting to Congress on progress.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates EPA office to protect Mississippi River ecosystem through water quality, habitat restoration, invasive species prevention, and federal grants for environmental projects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Conservation Water Quality

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in committee · United States · House Feb 26, 2025

HR 1594: Sustainable Aviation Fuel Act

The Sustainable Aviation Fuel Act establishes national goals for reducing aviation greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 35% reduction by 2035 and net zero by 2050 compared to 2005 levels. It creates a low-carbon fuel standard requiring a 20% reduction in carbon intensity by 2030 and 50% by 2050, with a credit system allowing producers of sustainable aviation fuel to generate credits for sale to those who don't meet the standard. The bill requires the Department of Defense to purchase at least 10% sustainable aviation fuel for military aircraft by 2025 if cost-competitive and produced domestically. It also provides funding for research through the FAA and Department of Energy, and extends tax credits for sustainable aviation fuel production through 2032.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergySets emissions reduction goals, mandates low-carbon fuel standard, creates credit system for sustainable aviation fuel producers - directly promotes renewable energy infrastructure and reduces fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes emission reduction targets (35% by 2035, net zero by 2050) and mandates low-carbon fuel standards (20% by 2030, 50% by 2050), directly advancing environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes sustainable aviation fuel standards and emissions goals, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure within aviation sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Conservation Airports

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in committee · United States · House Feb 13, 2025

HR 1332: Aquatic Biodiversity Preservation Act of 2025

The Aquatic Biodiversity Preservation Act of 2025 directs the Secretary of Commerce to establish a program mapping the genetic code (genome) of priority aquatic species, including endangered fish, species linked to harmful algal blooms, and culturally significant species identified by tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations. Covered entities like federal agencies, states, tribes, universities, and nonprofits will collect samples, sequence genomes to high standards, and catalog data. All sequenced genomes must be made publicly available within 360 days (except for tribal-led projects, which retain control over data sharing), with $2 million annually allocated for 2025-2031 to fund this effort. The law aims to support conservation, management, and enforcement by creating a shared genetic database for scientists and policymakers.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes program to map genomes of endangered and culturally significant aquatic species for preservation, directly advancing environmental conservation and biodiversity protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 16, 2025

S 2315: Habitat Enhancement Now Act

The Habitat Enhancement Now Act establishes two competitive grant programs to improve nesting success for migratory waterfowl. It provides $3.5 million annually (2026-2030) for eligible entities - such as state governments, nonprofits, or private landowners - to implement specific habitat improvements. The first program funds strategic placement of hen houses (nesting structures) in the prairie pothole region, while the second targets California to create nesting cover, brood ponds, and incentivize landowners. These grants directly support conservation efforts for species like mallards and gadwalls by addressing documented habitat loss impacting breeding success.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds habitat improvements for migratory waterfowl conservation, directly advancing natural resource protection through targeted grants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · United States · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 2862: Southern California Coast and Ocean Protection Act

HR 2862 prohibits the federal government from leasing offshore areas in Southern California for oil and gas exploration or production. It directly affects oil and gas companies seeking permits in the Southern California Planning Area, as defined in the federal 2024-2029 Outer Continental Shelf leasing program. The bill amends the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to block all future leases in this region, preventing new drilling projects in the specified offshore waters. This is a concrete policy change that halts federal leasing decisions in the area without altering existing leases or operations.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks offshore oil/gas leasing, restricting fossil fuel development in energy sector per bill's explicit prohibition of new drilling projects.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prohibits offshore oil/gas leasing in Southern California, preventing drilling-related pollution and habitat destruction per its summary, directly protecting marine environments as defined in the topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Conservation

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in committee · United States · House May 5, 2025

HR 3188: Migratory Bird Protection Act of 2025

This bill amends the Migratory Bird Treaty Act to require permits for incidental harm to migratory birds (e.g., from construction or energy projects), directly affecting industries that might unintentionally impact birds. It establishes civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation for unpermitted incidental take and creates the "Migratory Bird Recovery Fund" to collect fees from permit holders, using funds for bird conservation and administrative costs. The bill also mandates annual $10 million funding, requires industry-specific research programs to monitor bird populations, and demands 5-year reports to Congress on conservation progress. These changes shift enforcement from current practices to a structured permit system with clearer accountability for bird protection.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires permits for incidental bird harm, imposes penalties, and funds conservation via Recovery Fund - directly strengthens protections95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · United States · House Feb 28, 2025

HR 605: Headwaters Protection Act of 2025

The Headwaters Protection Act of 2025 reauthorizes and updates the Water Source Protection Program under the Healthy Forests Restoration Act. It expands eligible partners to include acequia associations, stormwater/wastewater entities, land-grant mercedes, and water-delivery private groups, while requiring landowner consent for projects on adjacent non-Federal land within the same watershed. The bill prioritizes projects addressing drought, wildfire, and climate resilience, mandates 10% of annual funding ($30 million per year from 2025-2033) for partner capacity-building, and ensures projects protect water supply systems and forest health. It explicitly states the law does not override state water rights or authorize federal land acquisition.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExpands water source protection program, prioritizes climate resilience/drought/wildfire projects, and requires landowner consent for watershed protection - directly advancing environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Water Quality

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passed · United States · Senate Apr 5, 2025

SRES 157: A resolution designating April 2025 as "National Native Plant Month".

SRES 157 designates April 2025 as "National Native Plant Month" to recognize the environmental and ecological benefits of native plants. The resolution highlights that native plants - indigenous species adapted to specific regions - support biodiversity, improve air and water quality, stabilize soils, and provide essential food and habitat for wildlife like birds and pollinators. As a non-binding Senate resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but aims to raise public awareness about conserving native plant species, which face threats from habitat loss and invasive species.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentResolution explicitly highlights native plants' environmental benefits including biodiversity, air/water quality, and wildlife habitat, aligning with conservation and pollution control goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Water Quality Wildlife

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