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Defense Contractors Exempted from Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reporting.

This bill prevents the Department of Defense (DoD) from requiring companies holding federal contracts to report their greenhouse gas emissions (carbon footprint). Defense contractors will no longer need to submit detailed inventories of their direct, indirect, or supply chain emissions. The goal is to reduce administrative burdens on companies supporting the military mission.
Key points
The Department of Defense is prohibited from demanding greenhouse gas inventory reports from its contractors.
The prohibition covers all types of emissions data, including Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 (supply chain emissions).
The law aims to streamline defense operations by removing environmental reporting requirements for contractors.
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Print number: 118_S_27
Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND]
Process start date: 2023-01-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Focus on the Mission Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_27.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-01-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Defense is prohibited from demanding greenhouse gas inventory reports from its contractors.
  • The prohibition covers all types of emissions data, including Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 (supply chain emissions).
  • The law aims to streamline defense operations by removing environmental reporting requirements for contractors.
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. Hoeven, John [R-ND].

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 2025-12-26.

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