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Marine Oil Spill Prevention Act [HB-2352]
Address issues related to preventing and responding to oil spills. Among other things, the bill requires the Department of the Interior to consult with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) before approving an oil and gas lease program; authorizes the Department of Commerce to make grants to states to ensure sufficient oil spill planning and response capabilities; prohibits oil and gas leasing in certain areas of the Eastern Gulf of Mexico Planning Area, the South Atlantic Planning area, and the Straits of Florida Planning Area;
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Sponsored by: Rep. Alcee Hastings
Referred To The Subcommittee On Energy And Mineral Resources. on 04/29/2019
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Smart Energy and Water Efficiency Act of 2019 [HB-2019]
Requires the Department of Energy (DOE) to establish and carry out a smart energy and water efficiency management pilot program. Under the program, DOE must award grants to water authorities (i.e., authorities that provide water, wastewater, or water reuse services) for demonstrating advanced and innovative technology-based solutions that will increase and improve the energy efficiency of water, wastewater, and water reuse systems; support the implementation of innovative processes and the installation of advanced automated systems that provide
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Sponsored by: Rep. Jerry McNerney
Introduced In House on 04/02/2019
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HOMES Act Home Owner Managing Energy Savings Act of 2019 [HB-2043]
Provides incentives for homeowners to invest in energy efficiency improvements. Specifically, the Department of Energy (DOE) must establish the Home Energy Savings Retrofit Rebate Program. Under the program, DOE must provide rebates to reward homeowners for achieving home energy savings. Rebates may not exceed $10,000 per individual, or 50% of the qualified home energy efficiency expenditures paid or incurred by the homeowner. DOE must develop a network of rebate aggregators or a national rebate aggregator that can facilitate the delivery of rebates
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Sponsored by: Rep. David McKinley
Subcommittee Hearings Held. on 04/10/2019
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EFFECT Act of 2019 Enhancing Fossil Fuel Energy Carbon Technology Act of 2019 [S.1201]
Directs the Department of Energy (DOE) to replace its existing fossil energy research and development technology programs with new programs. Under the new programs, DOE must research and develop fossil fuel technology for carbon capture, utilization, storage, or removal. DOE must establish a coal and natural gas technology program to ensure the continued use of domestic coal and natural gas resources through the development of technologies. The technologies must significantly improve the efficiency, effectiveness, costs, and environmental performance
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Sponsored by: Sen. Lamar Alexander
Committee On Energy And Natural Resources. Reported By Senator Murkowski Without Amendment. With Written Report No. 116-115. on 09/24/2019
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Recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to create a Green Real Deal. [HR-288]
This resolution recognizes the duty of the federal government to create a Green Real Deal to achieve robust, economy-wide greenhouse gas emissions reductions.
Sponsored by: Rep. Matt Gaetz
Referred To The Subcommittee On Antitrust, Commercial, And Administrative Law. on 05/03/2019
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Energy Star Program Integrity Act [HB-2104]
The bill revises the Energy Star program to prohibit warranty claims or lawsuits for the disqualification of products from the program. Specifically, the bill prohibits such actions if the manufacturer complies with corrective measures that were approved by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Sponsored by: Rep. Robert Latta
Referred To The Subcommittee On Energy. on 04/05/2019
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Coordinated Ocean Observations and Research Act of 2020 [S.914]
Reauthorizes through FY2025 and revises the Integrated Coastal and Ocean Observation System (IOOS), which is a network of federal and regional entities that provide information about the nation's coasts, oceans, and Great Lakes, as well as new tools and forecasts to improve safety, enhance the economy, and protect the environment. The bill revises the authority of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to conduct scientific assessments related to storms, including to (1) direct NOAA to seek public input before the Named Storm
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Sponsored by: Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Became Public Law No: 116-271. on 12/31/2020
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Carbon Capture Modernization Act [HB-1796]
Modifies sequestration and other requirements for the qualifying advanced coal project tax credit.
Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney
Introduced In House on 03/14/2019
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Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2019 [HB-1768]
Reauthorizes through FY2024 a diesel emissions reduction program under which the Environmental Protection Agency provides grants, rebates, or loans for replacing diesel engines or retrofitting the engines with pollution control technologies.
Sponsored by: Rep. Robert Wittman
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Environment And Public Works. on 12/18/2019
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COASTAL Implementation Act of 2019 [S.810]
Revises the authority of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to conduct scientific assessments related to storms, including to (1) direct NOAA to seek public input before the Named Storm Event Model (the official meteorological and oceanographic computerized model which replicates the winds, rainfall, and storm surges associated with named storms) takes effect, (2) authorize the deployment of sensors to enhance data collection in coastal states that are at highest risk of experiencing indeterminate losses from an identified
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Sponsored by: Sen. Roger Wicker
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Commerce, Science, And Transportation. on 03/14/2019
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Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2019 [S.747]
Reauthorizes through FY2024 and revises the diesel emissions reduction program. The program authorizes the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to provide grants, rebates, or loans for replacing diesel engines or retrofitting the engines with pollution control technologies. The bill modifies requirements governing how the EPA must prioritize projects when providing grants, rebates, and loans. Specifically, the EPA must recognize differences in how vehicles, engines, equipment, and fleets are used across the country as it prioritizes projects that
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Sponsored by: Sen. Cory Booker
By Senator Barrasso From Committee On Environment And Public Works Filed Written Report. Report No. 116-39. on 05/13/2019
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To direct the Secretary of Education to make grants to State educational agencies for the modernization, renovation, or repair of public school facilities, and for other purposes. [HB-1457]
Requires the Department of Education (ED) to make grants to states for the modernization, renovation, or repair of public schools, including early learning facilities and charter schools. The bill allocates grant funds among states on the basis of the relative portion of school improvement funds provided to local educational agencies (LEAs) in each state. States shall reallocate the grant funds to LEAs on the basis of each LEA's share of school improvement funds received by LEAs in the state for the previous fiscal year. In addition, ED shall make
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Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney
Introduced In House on 02/28/2019
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Energy Efficient Government Technology Act [HB-1420]
Sets forth requirements with respect to increasing the energy efficiency of information technologies and data centers within the federal government. Specifically, this bill requires each federal agency to coordinate with the Office of Management and Budget, the Department of Energy (DOE), and the Environmental Protection Agency to develop an implementation strategy for the maintenance, purchase, and use of energy-efficient and energy-saving information technologies at or for federally owned and operated facilities. DOE must (1) maintain a data center
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Sponsored by: Rep. Paul Tonko
Placed On Senate Legislative Calendar Under General Orders. Calendar No. 265. on 10/23/2019
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Safe COAST Act Safe Coasts, Oceans, And Seaside Towns Act [HB-1335]
Addresses the safety of offshore oil and gas drilling. Specifically, the bill provides statutory authority for specified safety regulations that govern offshore oil and gas production in the Outer Continental Shelf and provide protections for human, marine, and coastal environments. In addition, the Department of the Interior must contract with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to complete the study titled "Review and Update of Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement Offshore Oil and Gas Operations Inspection Program."
Sponsored by: Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Referred To The Subcommittee On Energy And Mineral Resources. on 03/08/2019
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USE IT Act Utilizing Significant Emissions with Innovative Technologies Act [HB-1166]
Addresses the capture, utilization, and sequestration of carbon dioxide. The Environmental Protection Agency must (1) establish a competitive prize program for certain technology projects that capture carbon dioxide directly from the air, (2) research and develop technologies or approaches that transform carbon dioxide generated by industrial processes into a product of commercial value, and (3) support research and infrastructure activities relating to carbon dioxide utilization by providing technical and financial assistance. The bill includes
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Sponsored by: Rep. Mike Quigley
Referred To The Subcommittee On Energy And Mineral Resources. on 02/28/2019
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Climate Change Education Act [S.477]
Declares that the evidence for human-induced climate change is overwhelming and undeniable. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) must establish a Climate Change Education Program to increase the climate literacy of the United States by broadening the understanding of human-induced climate change, including possible consequences and potential solutions; apply the latest scientific and technological discoveries to provide learning opportunities to people of all ages; and help people understand and promote implementation of new
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Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Commerce, Science, And Transportation. on 02/13/2019
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A joint resolution recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to create a Green New Deal. [SJR-8]
This joint resolution declares that the government has a duty to create a Green New Deal with the goals of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions; establishing millions of high-wage jobs and ensuring economic security for all; investing in infrastructure and industry; securing clean air and water, climate and community resiliency, healthy food, access to nature, and a sustainable environment for all; and promoting justice and equality. The joint resolution calls for accomplishment of these goals through a 10-year national mobilization effort.
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Sponsored by: Sen. Mitch McConnell
Motion To Proceed To Measure Considered In Senate. on 03/26/2019
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A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to revise certain ethylene oxide emissions standards under the Clean Air Act, and for other purposes. [S.458]
Requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to amend its regulations to revise the standards for the emission of ethylene oxide. Specifically, regulations must be revised based on results from the National Center for Environmental Assessment report titled “Evaluation of the Inhalation Carcinogenicity of Ethylene Oxide.” The bill also requires revisions to apply maximum achievable control technology requirements to chamber exhaust vents. Maximum achievable control technology standards are established for sources of hazardous air pollutants
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Sponsored by: Sen. Richard Durbin
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Environment And Public Works. on 02/12/2019
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To require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to revise certain ethylene oxide emissions standards under the Clean Air Act, and for other purposes. [HB-1152]
Requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to amend its regulations to revise the standards for the emission of ethylene oxide. Specifically, regulations must be revised based on results from the National Center for Environmental Assessment report titled “Evaluation of the Inhalation Carcinogenicity of Ethylene Oxide.” The bill also requires revisions to apply maximum achievable control technology requirements to chamber exhaust vents. Maximum achievable control technology standards are established for sources of hazardous air pollutants
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Sponsored by: Rep. Henry Johnson
Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr H2110) on 02/26/2019
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A resolution recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to create a Green New Deal. [SR-59]
This resolution calls for the creation of a Green New Deal with the goals of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions; establishing millions of high-wage jobs and ensuring economic security for all; investing in infrastructure and industry; securing clean air and water, climate and community resiliency, healthy food, access to nature, and a sustainable environment for all; and promoting justice and equality. The resolution calls for accomplishment of these goals through a 10-year national mobilization effort. The resolution also enumerates the
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Sponsored by: Sen. Cory Booker
Referred To The Committee On Environment And Public Works. (text: Cr S1140-1142) on 02/07/2019