Environment (Air Quality)

passed · United States · House Apr 17, 2026

HR 6398: RED Tape Act

Reducing and Eliminating Duplicative Environmental Regulations Act or the RED Tape Act This bill removes the requirement under the Clean Air Act that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) review and comment on newly authorized federal construction projects and other major federal agency actions that already require review under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and proposed federal regulations.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRemoves EPA review requirement for federal projects under Clean Air Act, reducing regulatory oversight on environmental impacts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality

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passed · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 6387: FIRE Act

The FIRE Act amends the Clean Air Act to clarify when air quality monitoring data affected by wildfires or prescribed fire (a state-approved wildfire risk mitigation practice) can be excluded from compliance calculations with air quality standards. It expands the definition of "exceptional events" to include natural wildfires and human activities mimicking natural events (like prescribed burns), while excluding common weather patterns and pollution from noncompliance. The bill requires the EPA to conduct regional analysis for multistate wildfire events and create a public website tracking state petitions for data exclusion. This change primarily affects how states and the EPA handle air quality data during wildfire seasons and when using prescribed fire as a management tool.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill excludes wildfire/prescribed burn pollution from Clean Air Act compliance calculations, weakening enforcement of air quality standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Forestry

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in committee · United States · House Feb 9, 2026

HR 7452: Air Quality Act

HR 7452, titled the "Air Quality Act" (though it addresses weather modification, not air quality), prohibits all weather modification activities in the U.S., including cloud seeding, geoengineering, and stratospheric aerosol injection, for individuals, companies, and federal agencies. It imposes criminal penalties of up to $100,000 or 5 years in prison per violation, plus civil fines of $10,000 per violation, and requires new reporting systems for aircraft involved in such activities and public complaints to the EPA. The bill repeals all existing federal laws, regulations, or executive orders authorizing weather modification and bans all federal research or experimentation on weather modification. It defines "weather modification" broadly to include any atmospheric alteration affecting weather, climate, or sunlight.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBans geoengineering (e.g., stratospheric aerosol injection), a climate change mitigation method, restricting environmental efforts to address climate change.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 14, 2025

S 1072: Stop CARB Act of 2025

This bill repeals federal waivers that allow California to set its own vehicle and engine emission standards under the Clean Air Act. It directly affects California's Air Resources Board (CARB), prohibiting the state from adopting or enforcing standards for nonroad engines (like construction equipment, farm vehicles, and locomotives) or new motor vehicles. Key provisions include removing federal authorization for California's vehicle standards (Section 177) and invalidating all existing waivers for state emission rules. The bill would eliminate California's ability to enforce its own emission requirements for these categories, shifting authority entirely to federal standards.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill repeals federal waivers enabling California's stricter vehicle emission standards (CARB), directly weakening clean transportation regulations that advance renewable energy adoption and reduce fossil fuel dependence.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals federal waivers enabling California's stricter emissions standards, weakening environmental protections by preventing state-level pollution controls on vehicles and engines.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRepeals federal waivers enabling California's stricter vehicle emissions standards, weakening state-level transportation regulations and vehicle safety standards under the Clean Air Act.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 25, 2025

S 711: Transportation Freedom Act

The Transportation Freedom Act would create a 200% tax deduction for wages paid to U.S. automobile manufacturing workers who meet specific requirements, including health care coverage and pension benefits. It repeals current emissions standards for light-duty, medium-duty, and heavy-duty vehicles, as well as Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards. The bill establishes new standards for greenhouse gas emissions and fuel economy that must be "technologically feasible and economically practicable," requiring consultation with manufacturers and other stakeholders. It also eliminates existing emissions waivers and creates a process for adjusting standards based on market conditions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates 200% tax deduction for auto manufacturing wages, providing tax relief for eligible workers and employers.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRepeals emissions standards and CAFE, weakening clean energy regulations and fuel efficiency requirements95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals current emissions standards and CAFE regulations, weakening environmental protections by removing existing vehicle emissions requirements.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires health care coverage as a condition for tax deduction eligibility, promoting employer-provided health benefits for manufacturing workers.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentCreates 200% tax deduction for wages requiring health care/pension benefits, directly expanding worker benefits per Labor & Employment indicators.90% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRepeals current emissions standards and CAFE fuel economy requirements, weakening vehicle regulation standards in transportation policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pensions Air Quality Climate Change Roads & Highways Traffic Safety Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 12, 2025

S 995: Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2025

This bill repeals the EPA's 2024 emissions standards for light- and medium-duty vehicles and amends the Clean Air Act to prevent future regulations from mandating specific technologies or limiting new vehicle availability based on engine type. It directly affects the EPA's regulatory authority and vehicle manufacturers by blocking technology mandates and restrictions on engine types in new vehicles. Key provisions require the EPA to revise regulations within 24 months to align with these changes, ensuring no federal rules limit vehicle choices based on engine technology. The bill's title is misleading, as it does not address automobile retail sales or consumer choice at dealerships.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRepeals EPA emissions standards and blocks technology mandates, weakening clean vehicle regulations and favoring fossil fuel-based engines over renewable energy transitions in transportation.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals EPA 2024 emissions standards, directly weakening vehicle pollution regulations under Clean Air Act90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill blocks EPA from mandating vehicle technology (e.g., electric engines) and limits regulatory tech requirements, opposing tech mandates in automotive sector.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRepeals EPA emissions standards for vehicles, directly weakening vehicle regulation standards under transportation policy, aligning with 'weakens safety/environmental standards'.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Vehicle Registration

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 12, 2025

S 990: Freedom to Haul Act of 2025

S 990, the Freedom to Haul Act of 2025, prohibits the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from implementing or enforcing Phase 3 greenhouse gas emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles (finalized in April 2024). It amends the Clean Air Act to require that future emissions rules for vehicles cannot mandate specific technologies or limit the availability of new trucks based on engine type. This directly affects EPA regulatory authority and vehicle manufacturers, ensuring a broader range of new truck options remains available. The bill focuses on preventing regulatory restrictions on vehicle choice, not on emissions outcomes.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks EPA greenhouse gas standards for heavy-duty vehicles, weakening emissions regulations that support clean energy transition in transportation.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill prohibits EPA enforcement of greenhouse gas emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles, weakening environmental regulations and allowing higher emissions. Directly restricts EPA authority on pollution control.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts EPA's ability to mandate specific technologies for heavy-duty vehicles, limiting technological advancement in emissions standards.85% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill blocks EPA emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles, weakening regulatory requirements under transportation policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Climate Change Freight

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 9, 2026

SJRES 122: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Air Plan Approval; Indiana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period".

SJRES 122 is a joint resolution seeking to disapprove an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that approved Indiana's Regional Haze Plan for the second implementation period under federal air quality regulations. If passed, the resolution would block the rule from taking effect, preventing the EPA's approval of Indiana's haze reduction plan from being enforced. This follows a standard congressional disapproval process under federal law that allows Congress to halt agency rules within a specific timeframe. The resolution directly affects the EPA's ability to implement the approved plan in Indiana.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks EPA rule approving Indiana's haze plan targeting energy-related emissions, weakening air quality standards for power plants.92% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill seeks to block EPA approval of Indiana's haze reduction plan, preventing enforcement of air quality regulations. This weakens environmental protections by removing a specific pollution control measure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 9, 2026

SJRES 119: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Air Plan Approval; Montana; Regional Haze Plan for the Second Implementation Period".

This joint resolution (SJRES 119) seeks congressional disapproval of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule approving Montana's regional haze plan for the second implementation period under federal air quality standards. If passed, it would nullify the EPA's rule (published in the Federal Register on November 28, 2025), meaning the EPA's approval of Montana's plan would have no legal effect. The bill directly affects Montana's air quality management by blocking federal approval of its haze reduction plan for the second phase. It uses the statutory disapproval process under Title 5 of the U.S. Code to override the EPA's action without changing Montana's underlying air quality plan.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill seeks disapproval of EPA rule approving Montana's haze plan, blocking federal air quality standards implementation and weakening environmental protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality

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in committee · United States · House Jan 21, 2026

HR 4218: CLEAR Act

The CLEAR Act (HR 4218) amends the Clean Air Act to streamline state compliance with air quality standards. It extends the review cycle for national air quality standards from five to ten years, requires states to consider economic feasibility alongside technical achievability when developing plans, and gives states up to three years (instead of two) to fix deficiencies before federal intervention. The bill also creates a new exception for wildfire mitigation actions like prescribed fires, allowing states to exclude wildfire-related air quality data from violation determinations. These changes primarily affect states responsible for implementing air quality plans under federal oversight.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentExtends review cycles, prioritizes economic feasibility over technical standards, and delays federal intervention - weakens Clean Air Act enforcement.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Forestry

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