What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HRES 125.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-15.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hres125/BILLS-117hres125ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HRES 125

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Opposition to Declaring Climate Change a National Emergency

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: The House of Representatives opposes declaring a national emergency due to climate change, arguing it falls outside the scope of the National Emergencies Act. It stresses that significant climate policy decisions should be made by Congress, not the President, to maintain the balance of power. Warns that unilateral presidential actions could lead to job losses, increased consumer costs, and greater reliance on foreign oil.

This House of Representatives resolution opposes using the National Emergencies Act to declare a national emergency related to climate change. It emphasizes that climate decisions should be made by Congress, not the President, to protect jobs and avoid increasing citizen costs.

Key points

The House of Representatives opposes declaring a national emergency due to climate change, arguing it falls outside the scope of the National Emergencies Act.

It stresses that significant climate policy decisions should be made by Congress, not the President, to maintain the balance of power.

Warns that unilateral presidential actions could lead to job losses, increased consumer costs, and greater reliance on foreign oil.

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Additional Information

To oppose the use of the National Emergencies Act to declare a national emergency relating to climate change.

Print number: HRES 125

Sponsor: Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11]

Process start date: 2021-02-15

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Opposition to Declaring Climate Change a National Emergency

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