CLEAN Future Act

Hozzl · 2023-03-08T19:58:48Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1512 CLEAN Future Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Environmental Protection. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/8/2023, 7:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1512

The CLEAN Future Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 1512, is a comprehensive piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address climate change and promote clean energy initiatives in the United States.

The CLEAN Future Act includes provisions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase energy efficiency, and promote the use of renewable energy sources. It also aims to create jobs in the clean energy sector and invest in infrastructure to support these initiatives.

Some key components of the CLEAN Future Act include setting targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, establishing a national clean energy standard, and providing funding for research and development of clean energy technologies. The bill also includes provisions to support communities that are disproportionately affected by climate change and environmental pollution. Overall, the CLEAN Future Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address climate change and promote clean energy initiatives in the United States. It has the potential to create jobs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support communities that are most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.

Congressional Summary of HR 1512

Climate Leadership and Environmental Action for our Nation’s Future Act or the CLEAN Future Act

This bill creates requirements and incentives to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases.

The bill establishes an interim goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to at least 50% below 2005 levels by 2030 as well as a national goal to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Each federal agency must develop a plan to achieve the goals.

Beginning in 2023, retail electricity suppliers must provide an increasing percentage of electricity that is generated without the release of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere (zero-emission electricity). By 2035, the suppliers must provide 100% zero-emission electricity or demonstrate alternative means of compliance. For example, the suppliers may buy credits under a trading program that allows entities to buy, sell, and trade credits to demonstrate compliance.

The bill also establishes a variety of requirements, programs, and incentives to reduce or eliminate greenhouse gas emissions by

modernizing the electric grid and supporting clean energy microgrids;
increasing the use of renewable energy and advanced nuclear power technologies;
increasing energy efficiency in buildings, homes, and appliances;
supporting clean transportation, including electric vehicles and related charging infrastructure;
issuing greenhouse gas standards for certain vehicles, engines, and aircraft;
promoting manufacturing and industrial decarbonization, including through buy-clean programs;
supporting environmental justice efforts; and
reducing methane, plastics, and super pollutants.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1512

Bill HR 1512 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 2, 2021. Bill HR 1512 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 2, 2021. Bill HR 1512's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held. as of June 30, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1512

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Potential Impact Areas

AccidentsAdministrative law and regulatory proceduresAdvanced technology and technological innovationsAgricultural conservation and pollutionAir qualityAlternative and renewable resourcesBanking and financial institutions regulationBuilding constructionBusiness investment and capitalBuy American requirementsCancerCardiovascular and respiratory healthCensus and government statisticsChild care and developmentChild healthCivil actions and liabilityClimate change and greenhouse gasesCoalCommunity life and organizationComputer security and identity theftComputers and information technologyCongressional oversightCredit and credit marketsDepartment of EnergyDisaster relief and insuranceEducation programs fundingEducational facilities and institutionsElectric power generation and transmissionElementary and secondary educationEmergency communications systemsEmergency medical services and trauma careEmergency planning and evacuationEmployment and training programsEnergyEnergy assistance for the poor and agedEnergy efficiency and conservationEnergy pricesEnergy researchEnergy storage, supplies, demandEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA)Environmental assessment, monitoring, researchEnvironmental educationEnvironmental healthEnvironmental regulatory proceduresEnvironmental technologyExecutive agency funding and structureFinancial services and investmentsFood industry and servicesForests, forestry, treesGeography and mappingGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementGovernment information and archivesGovernment lending and loan guaranteesGovernment studies and investigationsGovernment trust fundsHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHealth facilities and institutionsHigher educationHousing and community development fundingHybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehiclesIndian social and development programsIndustrial facilitiesInfectious and parasitic diseasesInflation and pricesInfrastructure developmentLabor standardsLibraries and archivesLighting, heating, coolingLow- and moderate-income housingManufacturingMaterialsMetalsMinority employmentMotor carriersMotor fuelsMotor vehiclesNatural disastersNews media and reportingNuclear powerOil and gasPollution liabilityPoverty and welfare assistancePublic contracts and procurementPublic participation and lobbyingPublic utilities and utility ratesPublic-private cooperationRacial and ethnic relationsRegional and metropolitan planningResearch administration and fundingRight of privacyScience and engineering educationSmall businessSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizationsSolid waste and recyclingState and local government operationsTax-exempt organizationsTeaching, teachers, curriculaTechnology transfer and commercializationTransportation programs fundingUnemploymentUrban and suburban affairs and developmentVocational and technical educationWages and earningsWater qualityWomen in business

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1512

CLEAN Future ActTo build a clean and prosperous future by addressing the climate crisis, protecting the health and welfare of all Americans, and putting the Nation on the path to a net-zero greenhouse gas economy by 2050, and for other purposes.CLEAN Future ActClimate Leadership and Environmental Action for our Nation’s Future Act

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