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Methane Emissions Fees: New Rules for Oil and Gas Companies

This bill introduces fees for oil and natural gas companies based on their methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. The aim is to reduce air pollution and wasted natural gas, which could impact energy costs and the environment we live in. Funds collected will support coastal resilience initiatives.
Key points
Oil and natural gas companies will face fees for methane emissions starting in 2023.
The fee amount depends on the percentage of methane lost to the atmosphere, with an option for companies to use their own validated measurement protocols.
Funds collected from these fees will be transferred to the National Coastal Resilience Fund, supporting environmental projects.
This act does not affect other methane emission regulations or states' ability to impose their own fees.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4084
Sponsor: Rep. Deutch, Theodore E. [D-FL-22]
Process start date: 2021-06-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Methane Emissions Reduction Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4084.

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 2021-06-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Oil and natural gas companies will face fees for methane emissions starting in 2023.
  • The fee amount depends on the percentage of methane lost to the atmosphere, with an option for companies to use their own validated measurement protocols.
  • Funds collected from these fees will be transferred to the National Coastal Resilience Fund, supporting environmental projects.
  • This act does not affect other methane emission regulations or states' ability to impose their own fees.
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. Deutch, Theodore E. [D-FL-22].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Environment Economy