Bills · HR 382
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 382Transportation and Public Works
Exported Carbon Emissions Report Act of 2025
INTRO JAN 14· LAST ACTION JAN 14
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it seeks to provide a more complete and transparent accounting of the carbon pollution associated with U.S. fossil fuels. Currently, when the U.S. reports its greenhouse gas emissions, it primarily counts pollution released within its own borders. However, a significant portion of U.S.-produced fossil fuels are exported and then burned in other countries, releasing substantial amounts of carbon dioxide and methane into the atmosphere.
If this bill becomes law, the public and policymakers will have a clearer understanding of the global climate footprint linked to U.S. fossil fuel activities. This could inform future energy policies, trade discussions, and international climate negotiations, potentially leading to different approaches to reducing overall greenhouse gas emissions. If it doesn't become law, emissions from exported U.S. fossil fuels will continue to be largely unaccounted for by the U.S. government in its public reporting, leaving a gap in the understanding of the full environmental impact.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the EPA Administrator to collect, calculate, and publish information on carbon dioxide and methane emissions within the United States related to fossil fuel activities.
This provision establishes the domestic baseline for comparison, providing a clear understanding of U.S.-sourced pollution.
PROVISION 02
Requires the EPA Administrator to collect, calculate, and publish information on carbon dioxide and methane emissions outside the United States resulting from exported U.S. fossil fuels.
This is a key change, aiming to account for the climate impact of U.S. fossil fuel exports, which are not typically included in domestic emissions reports.
PROVISION 03
Mandates that this information be published annually, covering the previous ten calendar years, starting 180 days after the bill becomes law.
This ensures consistent and regular public access to historical and current data, enabling trend analysis and informed decision-making.
PROVISION 04
Directs the EPA to use the best available scientific information and consult with the Energy Information Administration and the International Energy Agency.
This ensures the reliability and accuracy of the reported data by requiring rigorous methodology and expert input.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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50
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJAN 14
Introduced in House
JAN 14
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 382
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 14, 2025
Last actionJan 14, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 14, 2025
House BillHR 382Transportation and Public Works
Exported Carbon Emissions Report Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JAN 14, 2025· LAST ACTION JAN 14, 2025
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
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