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Paris Agreement Transparency and Accountability Act

This act aims to change the United States' approach to the Paris Climate Agreement. It requires Senate approval for future climate agreements and sets conditions for renegotiation, especially concerning other countries' emissions. This impacts US energy and economic policy, potentially affecting energy costs and jobs.
Key points
Requires Senate consent for ratification of the Paris Agreement or any new climate agreement, increasing Congressional oversight of foreign policy.
The U.S. should not re-enter the Paris Agreement until China and other major emitters reduce their greenhouse gas emissions at a comparable pace to the U.S.
Any future U.S. actions on climate goals must be preceded by a detailed report to Congress, analyzing impacts on the economy, jobs, and energy security.
The Paris Agreement cannot be used as a basis for legal claims in U.S. courts, protecting citizens and businesses from lawsuits based solely on this agreement.
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Print number: 117_HR_2578
Sponsor: Rep. Graves, Garret [R-LA-6]
Process start date: 2021-04-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To seek the renegotiation of the Paris Agreement on climate change or the negotiation of a new agreement, including the requirement for the Senate to provide its advice and consent to ratification of any such agreement, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2578.

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 2021-04-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires Senate consent for ratification of the Paris Agreement or any new climate agreement, increasing Congressional oversight of foreign policy.
  • The U.S. should not re-enter the Paris Agreement until China and other major emitters reduce their greenhouse gas emissions at a comparable pace to the U.S.
  • Any future U.S. actions on climate goals must be preceded by a detailed report to Congress, analyzing impacts on the economy, jobs, and energy security.
  • The Paris Agreement cannot be used as a basis for legal claims in U.S. courts, protecting citizens and businesses from lawsuits based solely on this agreement.
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. Graves, Garret [R-LA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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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