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A bill to amend the Clean Air Act, the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to modify requirements for citizen suits under those Acts, and for other purposes.

5/22/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4307

Bill 118 s 4307, also known as the Citizen Suit Improvement Act, aims to make changes to the Clean Air Act, the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and the Endangered Species Act of 1973 in regards to citizen suits.

The bill seeks to modify the requirements for citizens to file lawsuits under these Acts, making it easier for individuals and organizations to take legal action against entities that are not in compliance with environmental regulations.

Specifically, the Citizen Suit Improvement Act would streamline the process for filing citizen suits, provide more clarity on the legal standing of citizens to bring these suits, and establish deadlines for agencies to respond to citizen complaints. The goal of this legislation is to empower citizens to hold polluters accountable and ensure that environmental laws are being enforced effectively. Overall, the Citizen Suit Improvement Act aims to strengthen environmental protections and promote greater accountability in safeguarding our air, water, and endangered species.

Current Status of Bill S 4307

Bill S 4307 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 9, 2024. Bill S 4307 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 9, 2024.  Bill S 4307's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of May 9, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4307

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4307

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4307

A bill to amend the Clean Air Act, the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to modify requirements for citizen suits under those Acts, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend the Clean Air Act, the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to modify requirements for citizen suits under those Acts, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4307

Marco Rubio
Marco Rubio
FloridaRepublican
Dan Sullivan
Dan Sullivan
AlaskaRepublican
Kevin Cramer
Kevin Cramer
North DakotaRepublican

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