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Paris Agreement: Senate Consent Required Before Action

This bill aims to ensure that the United States does not take any action related to the Paris Agreement until the Senate provides its consent. This means that any future decisions regarding the climate goals of the Paris Agreement will require Senate approval, potentially impacting the nation's environmental policy and associated costs or benefits for citizens.
Key points
Any actions related to the Paris Agreement, including plans and programs, will require the consent of the U.S. Senate.
The bill prohibits the use of any funds to advance the goals of the Paris Agreement without prior Senate approval.
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Print number: 117_HR_376
Sponsor: Rep. Boebert, Lauren [R-CO-3]
Process start date: 2021-01-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Paris Agreement Constitutional Treaty Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_376.

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 2021-01-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Any actions related to the Paris Agreement, including plans and programs, will require the consent of the U.S. Senate.
  • The bill prohibits the use of any funds to advance the goals of the Paris Agreement without prior Senate approval.
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. Boebert, Lauren [R-CO-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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