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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 4442: Save America’s Family Forests Act of 2026

The Save America's Family Forests Act of 2026 provides tax incentives to encourage landowners to replant trees after natural disasters. It increases the standard tax deduction for general reforestation projects from $10,000 to $30,000 and adds a new, separate deduction of up to $1 million for costs incurred to replant timber damaged by federally declared disasters. These financial benefits are designed to help families and businesses recover from events like wildfires or storms by allowing them to write off replanting expenses on their tax returns. The bill also includes rules to prevent abuse, such as requiring that any property benefiting from these deductions be held for at least ten years before being sold. Additionally, the law mandates that these dollar amounts be adjusted annually for inflation to maintain their value over time.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases tax deductions for reforestation, providing direct tax relief and financial incentives to landowners.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill provides tax incentives to encourage tree replanting after disasters, directly conserving natural resources and strengthening environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Natural Disasters

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passed · United States · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SRES 719: A resolution celebrating the 154th anniversary of Arbor Day.

This Senate resolution formally recognizes April 24, 2026, as Arbor Day to celebrate the 154th anniversary of the event. The bill does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic statement acknowledging the importance of tree planting and forest stewardship. It encourages all people in the United States to participate in Arbor Day activities and supports the ideals of maintaining healthy forests and green communities.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill symbolically recognizes Arbor Day to encourage tree planting and forest stewardship, aligning with environmental conservation goals.70% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry

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in committee · United States · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 8538: Save America’s Family Forests Act of 2026

The Save America's Family Forests Act of 2026 provides tax incentives to encourage landowners to replant forests damaged by natural disasters. It increases the standard tax deduction for routine reforestation projects from $10,000 to $30,000 per property and adjusts these amounts annually for inflation. Additionally, the bill allows a special deduction of up to $1 million for expenses related to replanting trees destroyed by federally declared disasters, with specific rules to prevent double-dipping with other tax benefits. These financial benefits are designed to help taxpayers recover costs and promote forest regeneration without changing the underlying laws governing disaster relief or timber management.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases tax deductions for reforestation, providing tax relief and financial incentives to landowners.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill provides tax incentives to encourage forest replanting and protect natural resources from disaster damage.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Natural Disasters

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 16, 2026

S 4325: 6PPD Task Force Act

The 6PPD Task Force Act establishes a new group to help find safer chemical alternatives for tires that currently harm aquatic life. This task force will be led by representatives from federal agencies, tribal governments, private industry, and universities to study the environmental impact of a specific tire compound called 6PPD. Its main duties include sharing research data, recommending funding for scientists to develop new tire additives, and creating a public online database of mitigation strategies. The group must meet at least three times a year and submit annual reports to Congress detailing its findings and recommendations.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes task force to find safer chemical alternatives for tires harming aquatic life, directly protecting the environment.90% confidence

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passed · United States · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SRES 701: A resolution designating the week of April 20 through 26, 2026, as "National Dark Sky Week".

This resolution designates the week of April 20 through 26, 2026, as National Dark Sky Week to highlight the importance of preserving the natural night sky. It encourages federal agencies, communities, and educators to promote awareness of dark sky preservation and its benefits for recreation, science, and wildlife. The bill also calls on individuals and organizations to adopt responsible lighting practices that reduce light pollution.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes dark sky preservation, reducing light pollution to protect wildlife and natural resources.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 4406: Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act

This bill establishes a comprehensive research and development framework to advance next-generation geothermal technologies, specifically targeting enhanced geothermal systems, closed-loop systems, and supercritical geothermal energy. It directs the Department of Energy to create a new research program that awards milestone-based grants for deep drilling projects and establishes a center of excellence to coordinate efforts across universities, national laboratories, and private partners. Key provisions include updating federal data repositories to standardize subsurface information, commissioning deep exploration boreholes to map heat and rock properties, and funding innovations in drilling equipment, power generation efficiency, and water usage. The legislation also mandates periodic reports on the commercialization barriers of these technologies and authorizes $5 million annually through 2031 to support these initiatives.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes R&D framework and grants for next-generation geothermal technologies, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds next-generation geothermal research to promote clean energy and reduce emissions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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in committee · United States · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 8536: Fuel STAR Act of 2026

The Fuel STAR Act of 2026 amends the Renewable Fuel Standard to limit the volume of non-advanced biofuel required each year to match projected domestic ethanol consumption. It extends the use of credits earned between 2020 and 2022 for compliance through five additional years, while prohibiting the use of electric vehicle credits. The bill also expands exemptions for small refineries by adding specific economic hardship criteria and requiring the EPA to automatically approve exemption requests if it fails to respond within 90 days. Furthermore, the legislation allows for the year-round sale of E15 fuel blends containing 10 to 15 percent ethanol by removing previous restrictions on Reid vapor pressure limitations.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill limits non-advanced biofuel volumes and removes EV credits, weakening renewable fuel standards.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill limits non-advanced biofuel requirements and removes EV credits, weakening climate and pollution controls.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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in committee · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8517: Clean Energy Workforce Act

The Clean Energy Workforce Act authorizes $100 million to help schools and colleges train students for jobs in clean energy, renewable energy, and climate change fields. The funding supports two main programs: grants for partnerships between schools and local businesses to create or expand educational courses that prepare students for these industries, and grants for educational facilities to become more energy-efficient and use renewable power. To ensure quality, the bill requires a review committee of educators and industry experts to evaluate grant applications, with priority given to programs that reach underserved students and share their methods with other schools.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $100M to fund educational programs and improve school energy efficiency, directly advancing student training and infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill allocates $100M to fund clean energy workforce training and improve school energy efficiency.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds clean energy workforce training and energy-efficient facilities, directly advancing environmental protection and renewable energy goals.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill funds workforce training for clean energy jobs, expanding employment opportunities and skills for workers in new industries.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Renewable Energy Climate Change Workforce Development

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in committee · United States · House May 19, 2026

HR 8889: National Dam and Hydropower Safety Improvements Act of 2026

This bill strengthens safety standards for dams and hydropower facilities by requiring the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to ensure that licensees can maintain and operate these structures safely. It mandates that new licenses are only issued if a dam meets current safety requirements or includes a specific plan to fix existing non-compliance issues. Additionally, the legislation establishes procedures to evaluate an applicant's financial ability to meet safety standards and requires FERC to hold a technical conference with states to discuss dam maintenance and climate risks. The bill also improves communication between FERC and states by notifying them when repairs are required or when a license is revoked, and by sharing detailed records about the dam's condition and history upon license termination.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill strengthens safety standards for hydropower facilities, protecting critical renewable energy infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill strengthens safety standards for dams and hydropower, reducing risks of catastrophic failures that could cause severe environmental damage and pollution.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Hydroelectric Pipeline Infrastructure

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in committee · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8496: Marine Mammal Climate Change Protection Act of 2026

This bill amends the Marine Mammal Protection Act to require federal officials to identify marine mammal species and populations facing population declines due to climate change. It mandates the creation of specific management plans for these species, which must include strategies to reduce human impacts, monitor interactions with fisheries, and improve habitat resiliency. The legislation also establishes a new monitoring program to track climate effects and authorizes funding for these conservation efforts from 2027 through 2031.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill strengthens environmental protections by mandating climate change management plans for marine mammals and funding conservation efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Conservation Wildlife

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