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Study for a Congressional Office to Project Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Legislation.

This Act mandates a study on establishing a new, nonpartisan congressional office or agency dedicated to projecting the net impact of federal legislation on global greenhouse gas emissions. While it does not immediately change citizens' daily lives, its long-term goal is to ensure future laws are passed with full knowledge of their environmental costs. This could eventually influence energy, transport, and industrial policies, affecting living costs and environmental quality.
Key points
Directs the Comptroller General, in coordination with the National Academy of Sciences, to study alternatives for a nonpartisan office to quantify the projected increase or decrease in greenhouse gas emissions caused by new federal laws.
The study must address how to keep the office nonpartisan and science-focused, and whether to create a new agency or vest the functions in existing ones.
Analysis of projected emissions must cover major sectors, including electric power, transportation, industry, agriculture, and waste management.
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Print number: 117_HR_2240
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2021-03-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Carbon Cost Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2240.

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 2021-03-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Directs the Comptroller General, in coordination with the National Academy of Sciences, to study alternatives for a nonpartisan office to quantify the projected increase or decrease in greenhouse gas emissions caused by new federal laws.
  • The study must address how to keep the office nonpartisan and science-focused, and whether to create a new agency or vest the functions in existing ones.
  • Analysis of projected emissions must cover major sectors, including electric power, transportation, industry, agriculture, and waste management.
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. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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