ACES Act

12/15/2023, 4:01 PM

ACES Act

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to enter into an agreement with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to study and report on the prevalence and mortality of cancers among veterans who served on active duty as aircrew members and regularly flew in fixed-wing aircraft.

The ACES Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4886, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address climate change and promote clean energy initiatives in the United States.

The ACES Act aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by implementing a cap-and-trade system. This system would set limits on the amount of emissions that can be released by certain industries, and companies would be required to purchase permits for any emissions exceeding these limits. This would create a financial incentive for companies to reduce their emissions and invest in cleaner technologies.

Additionally, the ACES Act includes provisions to promote renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power. It would provide funding for research and development of these technologies, as well as incentives for businesses and individuals to invest in renewable energy projects. The bill also includes measures to improve energy efficiency in buildings and transportation, as well as to protect natural resources and promote sustainable land use practices. Overall, the ACES Act is aimed at addressing the urgent issue of climate change and transitioning the United States towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its passage would have significant implications for the country's energy and environmental policies.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 4886

Introduced on
2023-07-25

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

ACES Act

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to enter into an agreement with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to study and report on the prevalence and mortality of cancers among veterans who served on active duty as aircrew members and regularly flew in fixed-wing aircraft.

The ACES Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4886, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address climate change and promote clean energy initiatives in the United States.

The ACES Act aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by implementing a cap-and-trade system. This system would set limits on the amount of emissions that can be released by certain industries, and companies would be required to purchase permits for any emissions exceeding these limits. This would create a financial incentive for companies to reduce their emissions and invest in cleaner technologies.

Additionally, the ACES Act includes provisions to promote renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power. It would provide funding for research and development of these technologies, as well as incentives for businesses and individuals to invest in renewable energy projects. The bill also includes measures to improve energy efficiency in buildings and transportation, as well as to protect natural resources and promote sustainable land use practices. Overall, the ACES Act is aimed at addressing the urgent issue of climate change and transitioning the United States towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its passage would have significant implications for the country's energy and environmental policies.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Latest Summary11/3/2023

ACES Act

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to enter into an agreement with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to study and report on the prevalence and mortality of cancers among vetera...


Latest Action8/15/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.