A bill to support marine carbon dioxide removal activities, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill S 5629

Bill 118 s 5629, also known as the "Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal Support Act," is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to provide support for activities aimed at removing carbon dioxide from the marine environment.

The bill outlines various measures to achieve this goal, including funding for research and development of technologies that can effectively remove carbon dioxide from the oceans. It also calls for the establishment of partnerships between government agencies, research institutions, and private sector organizations to collaborate on marine carbon dioxide removal efforts.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for monitoring and reporting on the progress of these activities, as well as for evaluating the effectiveness of different carbon dioxide removal methods. It also emphasizes the importance of considering the potential environmental impacts of these activities and ensuring that they are conducted in a sustainable and responsible manner. Overall, the "Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal Support Act" aims to address the pressing issue of carbon dioxide accumulation in the oceans and support efforts to mitigate its harmful effects on marine ecosystems and the environment as a whole.

Current Status of Bill S 5629

Bill S 5629 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 19, 2024. Bill S 5629 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 19, 2024.  Bill S 5629's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of December 19, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5629

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
4
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5629

Primary Policy Focus

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