Environment

in committee · United States · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7832: America’s Living Library Act

The America's Living Library Act establishes a 10-year pilot program within the Department of the Interior to collect and sequence the whole genomes of plants, animals, fungi, and microbes found in up to 25 National Park System units. This program aims to create a publicly available genomic database for scientific research and to store physical samples long-term at the Smithsonian Institution and Department of Agriculture. The bill mandates interagency coordination, Tribal consultation, and includes provisions for expedited data access for U.S.-based artificial intelligence development, while strictly prohibiting the transfer or export of physical samples outside the United States. Significant funding is authorized for these activities from fiscal years 2027 to 2031, directly affecting federal agencies involved in conservation, research, and data management.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes genomic database for plants, animals, fungi, and microbes in National Parks, supporting biodiversity research and conservation efforts.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Parks & Recreation

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 14, 2026

S 4293: No Funding to Honor Crime Scenes Act

This bill mandates the closure and defunding of the César E. Chávez National Monument in California. It directs the Secretary of the Interior to close the Monument to public access and prohibits any further federal funding for its operation. Within 90 days, the Monument's land and federal contents must be sold for fair market value. All remaining funds previously allocated to the Monument, along with the proceeds from its sale, would be transferred to support the DNA Analysis Backlog Elimination Act. Additionally, the bill removes "César E. Chávez" from all federal references to the Monument and nullifies the original proclamation that established it.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill redirects DNA analysis backlog funding by defunding a monument, potentially limiting resources for criminal justice reform efforts.75% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill mandates closure and defunding of César E. Chávez National Monument, removing conservation protections and federal funding for environmental preservation.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 8474: Neighborhood Tree Act of 2026

The Neighborhood Tree Act of 2026 establishes a new federal "Neighborhood Tree Fund" to provide financial assistance for planting and maintaining urban trees. This fund will support states, Indian Tribes, and local governments or community groups in increasing tree canopy and improving urban forest health. The bill prioritizes projects in low-income areas, historically disadvantaged communities, and neighborhoods with less tree cover and higher summer temperatures to address environmental inequities. It authorizes substantial funding, starting at $100 million in fiscal year 2025, and also adjusts an existing advisory council's membership to include representatives from smaller and low-income communities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new federal fund to provide financial assistance for urban tree planting and maintenance, directly increasing government spending on environmental programs.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes federal funding for urban tree planting and maintenance, directly supporting environmental protection, conservation, and addressing climate-related heat in disadvantaged communities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry

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in committee · United States · House Apr 22, 2026

HRES 1208: Expressing support for honoring Earth Day, and for other purposes.

House Resolution 1208 expresses the House of Representatives' support for honoring Earth Day and its historical role in promoting environmental protection and action. It encourages American citizens to engage in environmental stewardship and urges the President and the U.S. Government to take immediate action to address climate change, environmental injustices, and rejoin international climate agreements.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill encourages environmental stewardship and urges government action on climate change, which aligns with advancing renewable energy and clean energy infrastructure.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly supports honoring Earth Day, encourages environmental stewardship, and urges government action on climate change and environmental injustices.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change

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in committee · United States · House Mar 26, 2026

HR 8099: Plug Offshore Wells Act

The Plug Offshore Wells Act requires the Secretary of the Interior to submit an annual report to Congress and make it publicly available. This report will detail the status of decommissioning offshore oil and gas wells, platforms, and pipelines. It must include information on the number of decommissioning applications received, instances where decommissioning deadlines were missed, and the status of enforcement actions by the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement. The report will also specify the number of wells and platforms approved for decommissioning in place, and the lengths of pipelines either decommissioned in place or fully removed.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill requires reporting on offshore well decommissioning, which helps track and enforce environmental cleanup of oil infrastructure, supporting environmental protection.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Feb 25, 2026

HR 7684: SCOPE Act of 2026

The SCOPE Act of 2026 directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to conduct a study and issue guidance for specific industrial facilities, referred to as "direct emitters," regarding the calculation and reporting of their "scope 3 emissions." Scope 3 emissions are defined as indirect greenhouse gas emissions resulting from activities throughout a company's upstream and downstream value chain. Within one year of the bill's enactment, the EPA Administrator must publish comprehensive guidance for these direct emitters. This guidance will include recommended reporting thresholds, standardized calculation methodologies, advice on monitoring frequency, data quality assurance, and recordkeeping requirements for these indirect emissions.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill requires EPA to study and guide reporting of scope 3 emissions, advancing climate accountability and supporting clean energy transition through better emissions tracking.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill directs EPA to establish guidance for reporting scope 3 emissions, strengthening environmental transparency and climate accountability through enhanced emissions tracking.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change

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in committee · United States · House Apr 13, 2026

HR 8254: Water Access and Affordability Act

The Water Access and Affordability Act establishes a federal program, administered by the EPA, to provide financial assistance to low-income households for their drinking water and sanitary sewer bills. States, large water systems, or Indian Tribes can receive grants to implement these programs, offering aid for bill payments, debt relief, and water efficiency improvements. The bill includes provisions to simplify enrollment, such as automatic enrollment and self-attestation, and prohibits service disconnections for participating households. Additionally, it revises federal State Revolving Loan Fund programs for water infrastructure, requiring states to increase transparency, public engagement, and prioritize assistance for disadvantaged communities. This includes public review of funding plans, reporting on the socioeconomic impact of projects, and expediting aid to communities with affordability challenges.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes water efficiency improvements and supports sustainable water access through EPA-administered grants, aligning with environmental conservation goals.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Water Quality

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in committee · United States · House Apr 15, 2026

HR 8303: Revitalizing America’s Schoolyards Act of 2026

The Revitalizing America’s Schoolyards Act of 2026 establishes a grant program, administered by the Department of Education, to help public elementary and secondary schools transform their outdoor spaces into "revitalized schoolyards." These new outdoor environments are designed to strengthen local ecological systems, provide hands-on learning opportunities, and promote nature play and social interaction for students and the community. Eligible entities, including local schools and partner non-profits, can apply for planning grants to design these spaces and then implementation grants to build them, with priority given to schools serving a high percentage of low-income students or those vulnerable to extreme heat or flooding. The bill requires a 20% non-federal match for implementation grants, which can be waived for high-need or tribal schools, and also directs the Secretary to maintain a clearinghouse of outdoor learning resources.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes grant program to transform schoolyards into learning environments, enhancing outdoor education and student engagement opportunities.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes grants to transform schoolyards into revitalized outdoor environments that strengthen local ecological systems and promote nature play, directly supporting environmental conservation and education.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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in committee · United States · House Mar 26, 2026

HR 8113: To direct the Secretary of the Interior to carry out a feasibility study on a selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam, and for other purposes.

This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a feasibility study on installing a selective water withdrawal system at Glen Canyon Dam. The study aims to balance hydropower generation with preventing invasive species from being drawn into the dam's intake, following existing environmental management plans. If the study finds the system feasible and power contractors agree, construction could begin after the 18-month study period. The bill allocates federal funds for the study and requires identifying funding sources within 90 days of enactment.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill directs feasibility study for selective water withdrawal system to prevent invasive species from being drawn into dam intake, aligning with environmental protection goals.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Mar 20, 2026

HR 8034: Protecting America’s Small Oil and Gas Producers and Rural Jobs Act

This bill modifies tax rules to provide financial incentives for small oil and gas producers operating in marginal or low-production areas. It changes how the percentage depletion tax deduction is calculated, allowing a higher deduction rate based on oil prices and adjusting that rate annually using an inflation measure called the Producer Price Index. The legislation also removes certain income limits that restrict how much of this tax benefit producers can claim and doubles the minimum oil production threshold from 1,000 to 2,000 barrels to qualify for the deduction. These tax changes would take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026, primarily affecting independent oil and gas companies and rural communities dependent on these industries.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief by increasing depletion deductions for small oil producers, reducing their tax burden and supporting rural economic development.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides tax incentives and protections for small oil and gas producers, strengthening domestic energy production infrastructure.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill provides tax incentives for oil and gas production, which typically increases fossil fuel extraction and opposes environmental protection goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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