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RED Tape Act

1/22/2026, 9:06 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.

Current Status of Bill HR 6398

Bill HR 6398 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 3, 2025. 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 Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 23 - 22. as of January 21, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6398

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6398

Primary Policy Focus

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

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