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Prohibiting consideration of greenhouse gas emission costs in government decisions

This act aims to prohibit government agencies, such as the Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency, from considering the "social cost of greenhouse gases" (including carbon dioxide and methane) when making decisions, issuing regulations, or analyzing costs and benefits. This means that the monetary impact on the environment may be less considered in future regulations, potentially affecting the nation's energy and environmental policies.
Key points
Government agencies will be prohibited from using "social cost of greenhouse gas" estimates to justify their actions, including regulations on fossil fuels.
The act challenges current methods of calculating these costs, citing a lack of transparency and adequate public consultation.
Enactment of this law could impact future energy and environmental regulations, potentially lowering costs for some industries but also altering the approach to climate protection.
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Print number: 117_S_4596
Sponsor: Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]
Process start date: 2022-07-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Transparency and Honesty in Energy Regulations Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4596.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Government agencies will be prohibited from using "social cost of greenhouse gas" estimates to justify their actions, including regulations on fossil fuels.
  • The act challenges current methods of calculating these costs, citing a lack of transparency and adequate public consultation.
  • Enactment of this law could impact future energy and environmental regulations, potentially lowering costs for some industries but also altering the approach to climate protection.
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 Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

CATEGORIES

Environment Economy