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Public Lands Management: Emissions Reduction and Climate Protection

This act aims to align the management of public lands and waters with greenhouse gas emission reduction goals. This means decisions on fossil fuel extraction will need to consider climate impact, potentially affecting energy availability and costs, but also air quality and the natural environment. Citizens will have access to emissions data and the opportunity to provide input on climate strategies.
Key points
Halting new fossil fuel leases and permits until an emissions reduction strategy is developed.
Requiring the publication of an emissions reduction strategy every 3 years, aligning with climate targets for 2030, 2035, and 2050.
Introducing a climate test for new extraction projects to assess their consistency with climate goals.
Mandating the online publication of greenhouse gas emissions data from fossil fuel operations on public lands.
Reforming fossil fuel fees to account for climate damages, with revenues supporting states in diversifying their economies.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8802
Sponsor: Rep. Grijalva, Raúl M. [D-AZ-3]
Process start date: 2022-09-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Public Lands and Waters Climate Leadership Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8802.

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 2022-09-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Halting new fossil fuel leases and permits until an emissions reduction strategy is developed.
  • Requiring the publication of an emissions reduction strategy every 3 years, aligning with climate targets for 2030, 2035, and 2050.
  • Introducing a climate test for new extraction projects to assess their consistency with climate goals.
  • Mandating the online publication of greenhouse gas emissions data from fossil fuel operations on public lands.
  • Reforming fossil fuel fees to account for climate damages, with revenues supporting states in diversifying their economies.
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. Grijalva, Raúl M. [D-AZ-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry.

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Environment Economy