OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Methane Emissions Research Act of 2022
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5214.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2022-12-08.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- The Environmental Protection Agency will conduct a study on methane emissions from oil and gas production, transmission, and storage.
- Study results will help develop a national methane inventory and improve environmental data.
- 20 million dollars are authorized to fund this pilot study.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
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