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 amend the Internal Revenue Code to establish a credit for the domestic production of rare earth magnets.

would prohibit the Administrator of EPA from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing the proposed rule related to revisions to the air emissions reporting requirements.

would amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 to provide for high-priority research and extension grants for natural climate solutions.

would prohibit further action on the proposed rule entitled "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Ceiling Fans."

would amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to allow the Secretary of Commerce to establish a Coastal and Estuarine Resilience and Restoration Program.

would amend the CAA to exempt nonroad engines and vehicles that are used for agricultural purposes from the emission standards of the Act.

would prohibit the establishment of a Civilian Climate Corps, American Climate Corps, or any similar program.

would amend §1242 of the Food Security Act of 1985 to enhance and update conservation practice standards.

would create an Office of Conservation Innovation within the Natural Resources Conservation Service.

would amend the Water Resources Development Act of 1992 and the Flood Control Act of 1968 to provide for provisions relating to collection and retention of user fees at recreation facilities.