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Earth Act: Environmental Protection and International Trade

This act aims to link trade benefits for other countries with their environmental protection efforts. It means that countries failing to enforce their environmental laws or meet international obligations may lose preferential trade terms with the United States. In practice, this could encourage companies to act more responsibly regarding environmental protection, indirectly affecting the quality of products and services available to citizens.
Key points
Countries neglecting environmental protection may lose trade benefits with the U.S.
The act aims to encourage better global environmental law enforcement.
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Print number: 117_HR_219
Sponsor: Rep. Doggett, Lloyd [D-TX-35]
Process start date: 2021-01-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Earth Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_219.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Countries neglecting environmental protection may lose trade benefits with the U.S.
  • The act aims to encourage better global environmental law enforcement.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Doggett, Lloyd [D-TX-35].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

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

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Environment Economy