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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

Bill 118 HR 1023, titled "To repeal section 134 of the Clean Air Act, relating to the greenhouse gas reduction fund," aims to eliminate a specific provision within the Clean Air Act that established a fund for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The bill seeks to remove Section 134 of the Clean Air Act, which allocated resources towards efforts to combat climate change by reducing the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere.

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.

Current Status of Bill HR 1023

Bill HR 1023 is currently in the status of Passed in House since March 22, 2024. Bill HR 1023 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 14, 2023.  Bill HR 1023's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of March 22, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1023

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1023

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Potential Impact Areas

- Air quality
- Appropriations
- Climate change and greenhouse gases
- Community life and organization
- Environmental health
- Low- and moderate-income housing

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1023

To repeal section 134 of the Clean Air Act, relating to the greenhouse gas reduction fund.
Cutting Green Corruption and Taxes Act
To repeal section 134 of the Clean Air Act, relating to the greenhouse gas reduction fund.

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