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Methane Emissions Research: New Measurements from Oil and Gas Infrastructure

This act requires the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct a study measuring methane emissions from oil and gas infrastructure in the U.S. The goal is to better understand these emissions, which could influence future regulations on air pollution and climate change, potentially improving the environmental quality where we live.
Key points
The Environmental Protection Agency will conduct a pilot study to measure methane emissions from oil and gas pipelines, drilling platforms, and storage facilities.
Study results will help develop a national methane emissions inventory, potentially leading to better pollution data.
The act allocates $20 million for these studies, representing an investment in better understanding the industry's environmental impact.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4072
Sponsor: Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36]
Process start date: 2023-06-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Methane Emissions Research Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4072.

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 2023-06-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Environmental Protection Agency will conduct a pilot study to measure methane emissions from oil and gas pipelines, drilling platforms, and storage facilities.
  • Study results will help develop a national methane emissions inventory, potentially leading to better pollution data.
  • The act allocates $20 million for these studies, representing an investment in better understanding the industry's environmental impact.
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. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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.

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Environment Public Investments