Recent Federal Bills

Below are summaries of Bills Introduced, Committee Reports, Chamber Actions, and Public Laws reported in the most recent issue of ELR's Weekly Update.

would require the Secretary of Energy to establish a program to increase participation in community solar programs and the receipt of associated benefits.

would direct the Secretary of Energy to establish an initiative to provide grants to fund the development of resilient energy systems in remote communities, island communities, and tribal communities.

would amend the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to establish an energy circuit rider program to disseminate technical and other assistance to rural communities to support energy efficiency and clean energy projects that save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

would require the Secretary of Energy to establish a program to increase participation in community solar programs and the receipt of associated benefits.

would amend the CAA to repeal the establishment of motor vehicle emission and fuel standards.

which would provide for congressional disapproval under Chapter 8 of Title 5, U.S. Code, of the rule submitted by the National Park Service relating to "Glen Canyon National Recreation Area: Motor Vehicles," was signed by President Trump on May 23, 2025.

which would provide for congressional disapproval under Chapter 8 of Title 5, U.S. Code, of the rule submitted by EPA relating to "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing," was signed by President Trump on May 23, 2025.

which would authorize the International Boundary and Water Commission to accept funds for activities relating to wastewater treatment and flood control works, was passed by the House.

would authorize the International Boundary and Water Commission to accept funds for activities relating to wastewater treatment and flood control works.

would improve forecasting and understanding of tornadoes and other hazardous weather.