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To repeal section 134 of the Clean Air Act, relating to the greenhouse gas reduction fund.
4/1/2024, 1:45 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1023
If passed, this legislation would effectively dismantle the greenhouse gas reduction fund and potentially impact the funding and implementation of programs and initiatives aimed at addressing climate change. Supporters of the bill may argue that the fund is unnecessary or ineffective in achieving its intended goals, while opponents may view it as a crucial tool in combating the growing threat of climate change.
It is important to note that the repeal of this section of the Clean Air Act could have significant implications for environmental policy and the fight against climate change. As with any legislation, it is essential for lawmakers and the public to carefully consider the potential consequences and weigh the benefits and drawbacks of repealing this provision.
Congressional Summary of HR 1023
Cutting Green Corruption and Taxes Act
This bill repeals certain programs for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Specifically, it repeals the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, which provides financial and technical assistance to states and other eligible recipients to help communities reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
In addition, the bill eliminates a program administered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that provides incentives for petroleum and natural gas systems to reduce their emissions of methane and other greenhouse gases. It also repeals a charge on methane emissions from specific types of facilities that are required to report their greenhouse gas emissions to the EPA's Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reporting Program.





