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Crypto Mining Environmental Transparency: New Emissions Reporting and Impact Study

This law mandates that large crypto mining operations (5 megawatts or more) must report their greenhouse gas emissions to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The goal is to assess how the high energy consumption of these operations affects air quality, water resources, noise levels, and the stability of the US power grid. Citizens will benefit from increased transparency regarding the environmental and health impacts of local crypto mining activities.
Key points
Large crypto mining facilities must report all greenhouse gas emissions, regardless of previous minimum reporting thresholds under the Clean Air Act.
The EPA is required to conduct a comprehensive study on the environmental, public health, and energy grid impacts of crypto mining operations.
Data centers used for crypto mining are now included under federal energy efficiency standards.
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Print number: 118_HR_1460
Sponsor: Rep. Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2]
Process start date: 2023-03-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Crypto-Asset Environmental Transparency Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1460.

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 2023-03-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Large crypto mining facilities must report all greenhouse gas emissions, regardless of previous minimum reporting thresholds under the Clean Air Act.
  • The EPA is required to conduct a comprehensive study on the environmental, public health, and energy grid impacts of crypto mining operations.
  • Data centers used for crypto mining are now included under federal energy efficiency standards.
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. Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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