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A bill to eliminate certain subsidies for fossil-fuel production.

5/24/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4406

Bill 118 s 4406, also known as the "Fossil Fuel Subsidy Elimination Act," is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of ending certain financial incentives and subsidies provided to companies involved in the production of fossil fuels. The bill seeks to promote a shift towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources by removing government support for the fossil fuel industry.

If passed, this bill would have significant implications for the energy sector, as it would likely lead to a decrease in the profitability of fossil fuel production. Supporters of the bill argue that these subsidies are no longer necessary and that the government should instead focus on supporting renewable energy sources that are better for the environment.

Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that eliminating these subsidies could lead to job losses in the fossil fuel industry and could potentially increase energy prices for consumers. They also argue that the government should not be picking winners and losers in the energy market. Overall, Bill 118 s 4406 is a controversial piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over the role of government support in the energy sector. It remains to be seen whether this bill will gain enough support to pass in Congress.

Current Status of Bill S 4406

Bill S 4406 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 23, 2024. Bill S 4406 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 23, 2024.  Bill S 4406's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of May 23, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4406

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
1
Total Number of Cosponsors
12
Democrat Cosponsors
12
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4406

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4406

A bill to eliminate certain subsidies for fossil-fuel production.
A bill to eliminate certain subsidies for fossil-fuel production.

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