Environment

in committee · United States · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4536: Protecting America's Drinking Water from Extreme Temperatures Act of 2026

The Protecting America's Drinking Water from Extreme Temperatures Act of 2026 expands the existing Safe Drinking Water Act to include extreme temperatures as a specific risk factor for midsize and large drinking water systems. By amending Section 1459F, the bill requires these systems to consider heat-related threats alongside traditional hazards like flooding when planning infrastructure improvements. Additionally, the legislation updates the program's funding timeline, shifting the covered period from 2022 through 2026 to 2027 through 2032.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill strengthens environmental protection by requiring water systems to address climate-related heat threats, enhancing resilience against extreme temperatures.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Water Quality

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2026

HR 8918: BIO-SCALE Act

The BIO-SCALE Act establishes a program to build at least three regional, nonprofit facilities designed to help bioindustrial companies test and scale up new technologies for producing chemicals, fuels, and materials. Funded by approximately $462 million over ten years, these open-access sites will provide large-scale equipment for public and private organizations to move innovations from the lab to commercial production without intellectual property barriers. The Department of Commerce will select facility locations through a competitive process that prioritizes areas near raw material sources and regions with existing biotech industries to promote economic growth and national security.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds bioindustrial facilities to scale production of biofuels and chemicals, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds facilities to scale bioindustrial technologies for chemicals, fuels, and materials, promoting clean energy and sustainable production methods.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds facilities to help bioindustrial companies scale new technologies for chemicals, fuels, and materials, directly advancing tech development.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 22, 2026

HR 8438: Wildlife Corridors and Habitat Connectivity Conservation Act of 2026

This bill establishes a federal system to protect and restore wildlife corridors on public lands, aiming to help native species move safely across fragmented habitats affected by development and climate change. It creates a new mapping and science program to identify critical wildlife pathways, designates specific federal lands as National Wildlife Corridors, and sets up a coordinating committee of federal agencies and stakeholders to manage these areas. The legislation also authorizes grants for private landowners, states, tribes, and local governments to implement conservation projects that improve habitat connectivity on non-federal lands.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes federal protections for wildlife corridors, restores habitats, and funds conservation efforts to address climate change impacts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Public Lands Wildlife

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in committee · United States · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 8616: Caja del Rio Protection Act

The Caja del Rio Protection Act establishes two new protected areas in New Mexico: the Caja del Rio Special Management Area within the Santa Fe National Forest and the Caja del Rio National Conservation Area managed by the Bureau of Land Management. These areas cover approximately 85,000 acres total and aim to conserve cultural, spiritual, ecological, and historical values while enhancing opportunities for local Indigenous tribes to participate in management. The bill restricts new road construction and limits motorized vehicle use to designated routes, requires the decommissioning of unauthorized roads, and withdraws the land from mining and mineral leasing operations. Additionally, the legislation facilitates a potential land swap where the federal government would transfer certain Bureau of Land Management parcels to the state in exchange for state trust land within the conservation boundary. The act also mandates the development of comprehensive management plans that incorporate Indigenous knowledge and ensure tribal access for traditional cultural and religious practices.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates protected areas to conserve ecological values and natural resources.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts new road construction in protected areas, limiting transportation infrastructure development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Public Lands Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8509: To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective.

This bill extends the deadline for certain regulations protecting the North Atlantic right whale from 2028 to 2035. It directly affects the National Marine Fisheries Service and other agencies responsible for enforcing these conservation rules. The key provision amends the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to update the expiration date in the relevant section of federal law. This change ensures that existing protective measures for the whale species remain in effect for an additional seven years.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends regulatory protections for the North Atlantic right whale, strengthening conservation efforts and environmental safeguards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 8437: Geo POWER Act

The Geo POWER Act creates a new milestone-based financing program to support geothermal energy projects in areas with limited or no existing geothermal power generation, including regions near Indian lands. This program awards funding based on the achievement of specific technical and financial milestones rather than upfront capital, aiming to reduce risks for future projects. The initiative prioritizes projects that generate public data to characterize new geothermal resources and require a minimum electricity generation capacity of 30 megawatts. The Department of Energy must award financing to at least three different proposals across three different states, ensuring geographic diversity in project selection.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates a financing program to advance and fund geothermal energy projects, a renewable energy source.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds geothermal energy, a clean renewable resource, to reduce emissions and promote environmental sustainability.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HRES 1307: Commemorating the 70th anniversary of the United States Forest Service Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry.

This resolution commemorates the 70th anniversary of the United States Forest Service Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry, which has operated since 1956 to support tropical forest research in the Pacific region. The bill recognizes the institute's work in wildfire management, invasive species control, and ecosystem conservation, highlighting its role in providing scientific data for land restoration and climate resilience. It also acknowledges the importance of the institute's location on Hawaii Island and reaffirms congressional support for its ongoing operations and dedicated staff.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill honors an institute dedicated to wildfire management, invasive species control, and ecosystem conservation, indicating support for environmental protection.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 4412: No FED in West Texas Act

This bill, known as the No FED in West Texas Act, prevents the Secretary of the Interior from finalizing or enforcing a specific land protection plan for the Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge. The legislation directly affects federal management of the refuge by prohibiting the implementation of a February 2023 document that would have restricted land use. By blocking this plan, the bill aims to stop the designation of certain areas as protected zones within the refuge.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill blocks a federal land protection plan for a National Wildlife Refuge, weakening conservation efforts and environmental safeguards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Public Lands Wildlife

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in committee · United States · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4543: Extinction Prevention Act of 2026

The Extinction Prevention Act of 2026 establishes four separate conservation funds to provide financial assistance for protecting specific species of butterflies, plants, freshwater mussels, and desert fish. The Department of the Interior will manage these funds by issuing competitive grants to eligible applicants, such as state agencies, nonprofits, and research institutions, while prohibiting federal agencies from being the primary recipients of funding. Each fund is authorized to receive $5 million annually from 2027 through 2032 and includes provisions for accepting donations, investing earnings, and requiring annual reports to Congress on project progress and species status. The legislation prioritizes projects that focus on threatened or endangered species and those designed for long-term sustainability, with a requirement for local community consultation and support.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates conservation funds to protect species and natural resources, directly advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · United States · House May 14, 2026

HRES 1286: Calling for a trade policy that supports workers, consumers, independent farmers, small businesses, and the environment.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' preference for a trade policy that prioritizes American workers, consumers, independent farmers, small businesses, and the environment over corporate interests. It calls for trade agreements to include binding labor and environmental standards, fair wage guarantees, and strict rules of origin to prevent companies from moving jobs overseas. The measure also supports strengthening domestic manufacturing requirements, maintaining tariffs against unfair trade practices, and ensuring that public procurement favors American-made goods. Additionally, it urges the inclusion of provisions to protect data privacy, regulate artificial intelligence, and ensure affordable access to medicine while preventing monopolies.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly calls for trade agreements to include binding environmental standards and prioritizes the environment over corporate interests.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly calls for trade agreements to include binding labor standards and fair wage guarantees to protect American workers.90% confidence

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