RED Tape Act

Hozzl · 2026-04-21T06:23:27Z

Explore the details of House Bill 6398 RED Tape Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Environmental Protection. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/21/2026, 6:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6398

The "RED Tape Act," designated as H.R. 6398 in the 119th Congress and introduced on December 3, 2025, aims to reduce bureaucratic red tape and streamline government processes. Specific provisions and directives outlined in the bill include initiatives to simplify regulatory procedures and improve efficiency in administrative tasks. For more detailed information and the official text of the bill, it can be accessed at the provided URL: [https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr6398/BILLS-119hr6398ih.pdf](https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr6398/BILLS-119hr6398ih.pdf).

Congressional Summary of HR 6398

Reducing and Eliminating Duplicative Environmental Regulations Act or the RED Tape Act

This bill removes the requirement under the Clean Air Act that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) review and comment on newly authorized federal construction projects and other major federal agency actions that already require review under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and proposed federal regulations.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6398

Bill HR 6398 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since April 17, 2026. Bill HR 6398 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on December 3, 2025. Bill HR 6398's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of April 17, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6398

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Environmental Protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6398

To amend the Clean Air Act relating to review by the Environmental Protection Agency of proposed legislation.

Comments

Finn Stephens

1,109

5 months ago

This bill is ridiculous!

Gunnar Morse

1,166

5 months ago

Ugh, can't believe they're trying to push this through. It's just more of the same old nonsense. Can't they see how much this is going to mess things up for everyone? SMH.