What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 997.
Livestock Protection: No Federal Permits for Farm Emissions.
This bill aims to exempt livestock producers from needing complex federal environmental permits for certain natural emissions. The change specifies that farmers will not be required to obtain permits for carbon dioxide, methane, or other gases resulting from the biological processes of raising animals. For citizens, this means maintaining current agricultural practices without added regulatory costs, potentially supporting stable food production.
Key points
Farmers and livestock producers are exempted from obtaining federal permits for methane, carbon dioxide, and water vapor resulting from the biological processes of their animals.
The bill amends the Clean Air Act, specifically excluding these biological emissions from the scope of Title V permitting requirements.
Status:
Expired
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