Making Reviews Certain Act

Hozzl · 2026-04-20T19:23:45Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8249 Making Reviews Certain Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Environmental Protection. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/20/2026, 7:23 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8249

H.R. 8249, introduced in the 119th Congress on April 13, 2026, aims to amend the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 to specify the review scope and set boundaries for judicial review of environmental documents concerning energy infrastructure, along with other related objectives.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8249

Bill HR 8249 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 13, 2026. Bill HR 8249 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 13, 2026. Bill HR 8249's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of April 13, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8249

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8249

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8249

To amend the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 to clarify the scope of review, establish limits for judicial review of environmental documents relating to energy infrastructure, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8249

Josh Gottheimer

New JerseyDemocrat

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