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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Alma Adams (12th District of North Carolina)

WASHINGTON, DC— Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12), Ranking Member of the House Higher Education and Workforce Development Subcommittee,  alongside Representative Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Ranking Member of the House Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education Subcommittee and Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06), led a letter signed by 93 House Democrats calling on House Appropriations Chair Tom Cole and House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Chair Robert Aderholt to join demands that the U.S. Department of Education (ED) and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) release the more than $5.5 billion in Congressionally approved education funds currently withheld by the Trump Administration.

This follows a July 10 letter co-led by Rep. Adams and signed by 150 House Democrats, demanding answers from ED and OMB regarding the illegal withholding of these funds. As of today, the bulk of the funds remain unreleased.

In their letter, the lawmakers called on Chairmen Cole and Aderholt to “pressure the Administration to release the [more than $5.5 billion in] funds Congress appropriated as soon as possible.” 

They continued by cautioning continued withholding of the funds will have devastating consequences for local school districts: “Without access to this critical funding, our schools face at least two untenable options, both of which would have severe consequences for students, educators, and the broader community, especially in Republican-controlled school districts.

1. Understaff classroom support positions and absorb budget shortfalls for already-hired staff. Such measures will directly impact the quality of education and the ability of students to thrive academically.
2. Many school districts will incur millions in monthly debt, diverting resources from vital education priorities. These funds, once redirected, cannot be recovered for student use, further worsening the challenges faced by our schools.”

The lawmakers concluded saying, “We implore you to join us, just as ten of your Republican Senate colleagues have done, in demanding that OMB and the Department of Education immediately release these Congressionally approved education funds. This request comes not only from us as Members of Congress, but on behalf of millions of students, families, and educators.”

This letter comes amid reports that the Trump Administration is preparing a new rescissions package that may target the remaining 5.5 billion in education funding. 

Full text of the letter is available here.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Alma Adams (12th District of North Carolina)

WASHINGTON, DC— After illegally withholding $7 billion in education funding approved by Congress, officials within the Trump Administration have announced they will release the remaining funds. The restored funding comes after pressure led by Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) and other House Democrats.

“I’m proud to see these Congressionally approved education funds finally released so we can better support our students, schools, and communities,” said Congresswoman Adams. “When it became clear these funds were being illegally withheld by the Trump Administration, House Democrats acted swiftly to ensure our school districts received the resources they were owed. Today, we won that fight but make no mistake, the work isn’t over. We will continue holding this administration accountable because our children’s educational future depends on it.”

This release of these funds follows coordinated efforts by House education leaders including Reps. Adams, Lucy McBath (GA-06), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) and House Education & Workforce Ranking Member Bobby Scott (VA-03), to release these funds.

“I am deeply relieved that schools and students will finally receive the full funding they are counting on. This money is critical for teachers, classrooms, and the millions of children who rely on these programs to succeed. This is a victory for those who care for and educate future generations,” said Rep. Lucy McBath. “The Trump Administration’s delay put the success of our students in serious jeopardy. Districts were left in limbo, forced to plan without knowing if they’d have the resources to keep staff or offer basic educational services. That is a disservice to the American people. Their children should never be caught up in political games.”

“With less than one day’s notice to grant recipients or to Congress, the Trump Administration inexplicably and unlawfully announced it is withholding billions of dollars in education funding from schools nationwide, including Congressionally appropriated funding for teacher training, after-school programs, classroom technology, English learners, and migratory children and youth. With only a few weeks until the start of the new school year in some jurisdictions, states and districts were having to make difficult decisions about how to move forward without the funding they were guaranteed. Further, the Trump Administration was refusing to obligate funds for adult education and literacy programs, which help adults and legal immigrants learn how to read, write, and enter the workforce,” Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce.

On July 10, Rep. Adams co-led a 150 House Democrat letter to the U.S. Department of Education and the Office of Management & Budget calling for the unfreezing of the funding, leading to 10 Republican Senators joining in the demands. On July 24, Rep. Adams led another letter, signed by 93 House Democrats, urging House Appropriations leaders to join these calls.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (District of Columbia)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) today introduced a bill to require the Commanding General of the District of Columbia National Guard to reside in D.C. It was marked up and passed by the Committee on Oversight and Reform in 2022.

“As we work to resolve all the ways D.C. is treated differently than the states, the lack of residency requirements for federal officials responsible for public safety and law enforcement in the District, as required for other jurisdictions, is surely an important one,” Norton said. “The primary reason residency requirements exist is so that government officials have a connection to the residents they serve and knowledge of the unique challenges faced by residents. Adding a residency requirement for the Commanding General of the D.C. National Guard will help ensure the Commanding General has in-depth knowledge of the issues that D.C. residents face and bring the D.C. National Guard in line with those of the states.”

Governors of the states and territories control their respective National Guards. The bill, the District of Columbia National Guard Commanding General Residency Act, is similar to other bills Norton has introduced requiring certain federal officials to live in D.C., including U.S. District Court and Circuit Court judges for D.C., the U.S. Attorney for D.C., the U.S. Marshal for the D.C. Superior Court, the U.S. Marshal for the U.S. District Court for D.C., and the Director of the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for D.C.

Norton’s introductory statement follows.

Statement of CongresswomanEleanor Holmes Norton

on the District of Columbia National Guard Commanding General Residency Act

 

July 29, 2025

Today, I introduce the District of Columbia National Guard Commanding General Residency Act, which would require the Commanding General of the District of Columbia National Guard to reside in D.C.  Two Congresses ago, the House Committee on Oversight and Reform passed this bill. 

The president controls the D.C. National Guard. In contrast, governors of the states and the three territories that have National Guards each control their National Guards.

The Commanding General of the D.C. National Guard is the top official in the D.C. National Guard, is appointed by the president and is a federal employee.  There are residency requirements for government officials in federal law, D.C. law and the laws of jurisdictions throughout the country.  In fact, several states have laws that require the top official in their National Guard to reside in the state, and it is highly likely that every state and territory only appoints residents as the top official in their National Guard.  The primary reason residency requirements exist is so that government officials have a connection to the residents they serve and knowledge of the unique issues and challenges faced by residents.

Congress has justifiably required certain federal officials to reside in the jurisdiction to which they are appointed, including U.S. district court judges, U.S. Marshals and U.S. Attorneys. Similarly, Congress, which controls the local D.C. court system, has justifiably required local D.C. judges and members of the D.C. Judicial Nomination Commission and the D.C. Commission on Judicial Disabilities and Tenure to reside in D.C.

There is no reason that the Commanding General of the D.C. National Guard, a federal entity that serves D.C. residents and that has both a military and law enforcement role, should not be required to reside in D.C.  A D.C. residency requirement for the Commanding General of the D.C. National Guard will lead to a better relationship between the D.C. National Guard and D.C. residents and is a matter of fairness for D.C. residents.

The D.C. mayor should control the D.C. National Guard. Until then, I urge my colleagues to support this bill.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (8th District of Illinois)

BENTON, IL – Today, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) toured Franklin Hospital in Benton to spotlight the devastating impact of the Republican-passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which slashes more than $1 trillion in federal health care funding, including over $900 billion from Medicaid. Franklin is one of at least nine hospitals in Illinois at immediate risk of closure as a direct result of the law.

Joined by Franklin Hospital CEO Jim Johnson and hospital staff, Congressman Krishnamoorthi warned that the GOP budget, which he has dubbed the “Large Lousy Law,” jeopardizes the health and safety of rural communities while providing massive tax breaks to the ultra-wealthy.

“Franklin Hospital represents the very best of rural America—lifesaving care, dedicated staff, and deep ties to the community—but it’s being pushed to the brink by Republican cuts that gut the very programs keeping hospitals like this afloat,” Congressman Krishnamoorthi said. “You can’t slash a fifth of a hospital’s budget and expect it to keep its doors open. This isn’t about spreadsheets; it’s about babies born safely, elders treated with dignity, and rural communities kept healthy. I’ll keep fighting to reverse these reckless cuts and protect health care access for every Illinoisan.”

Franklin Hospital serves a predominantly rural population that relies heavily on Medicaid. Under the new law, rural hospitals nationwide are projected to lose 21 cents of every Medicaid dollar they currently receive. The legislation also imposes burdensome new work requirements and redetermination rules that will lead to mass disenrollments, particularly in rural and working-class areas.

Key consequences of the “Large Lousy Law” include:

• $900 billion in Medicaid cuts over 10 years

• $6.73 billion in projected Medicaid losses for Illinois

• 1.5 million rural Americans expected to lose Medicaid coverage

• 400+ rural hospitals at risk of closure nationwide

Background on Franklin Hospital and Rural Health Impact:

• Serves a Medicaid-dependent population in southern Illinois

• One of nine at-risk Illinois hospitals due to GOP cuts

• Faces a 21% reduction in Medicaid reimbursement under current law

• Provides critical services including emergency care, OB-GYN, and specialty treatment

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (8th District of Illinois)

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), Congressman Mike Kelly (R-PA), Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR), and Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ) re-introduced the College Transparency Act (CTA), bipartisan legislation designed to ensure students and families have better access to the data they need to make informed decisions about higher education. A companion bill was re-introduced in the Senate by Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA).

“Deciding where to pursue higher education is one of the most important and financially challenging choices a student and their family will face,” Congressman Krishnamoorthi said. “Before making such a major investment, families deserve access to reliable and clear information about cost, success, and outcomes so they can make the best choice. I’m proud to join my colleagues in re-introducing the bipartisan College Transparency Act to ensure students and their families make the best-informed decision for their future.”

Congressman Krishnamoorthi has long championed educational access, and the CTA builds on his ongoing efforts to lower college costs and improve postsecondary outcomes for all Americans.

“Every student deserves access to clear information about colleges and universities so they can choose a school that’s best for them, and that’s exactly what our bill would do. The College Transparency Act would make sure basic information like enrollment, transfer, and graduation rates are available to students and their families so they can make informed decisions about their futures,” Senator Warren said.

“Pursuing higher education is a major investment for New Jersey families, and can open doors to the middle class and good-paying jobs,” Congresswoman Sherrill said. “In order to make the critical decision of where to study, families should have access to transparent, student-level data. I’m glad to join my colleagues in reintroducing this legislation to ensure that students and parents are empowered to make an informed choice on which school is right for them.”

Choosing the right college is a consequential decision for students and families,” Congresswoman Bonamici said. “Unfortunately, institutions of higher education have limited student-level data that families can consider as they make these decisions. This lack of data also impedes the ability of lawmakers to craft policies that improve our system of higher education. I’m glad to join Rep. Krishnamoorthi in introducing the bipartisan College Transparency Act to modernize postsecondary data systems while protecting student privacy and data security.”

“The One Big Beautiful Bill made historic reforms to our broken higher education system, lowering college costs and increasing Americans’ access to quality education options,” Dr. Cassidy said. “The College Transparency Act builds on that success by empowering students and families with information to make the best college decision so they can succeed.”

“College is one of the biggest investments a person will make in their lifetime. The College Transparency Act gives parents and students the tools they need to succeed,” Congressman Kelly said. “This legislation empowers families to make the decision that is best for them, and it further sheds light on critical information families seek before beginning college.”

The legislation modernizes the college reporting system by providing accurate, privacy-protected data on student outcomes including enrollment, graduation, transfer, and post-college earnings across institutions and fields of study. This transparency will allow students to better assess their return on investment and help policymakers, educators, and employers understand how to improve postsecondary education and workforce alignment.

The CTA has a broad, bipartisan coalition of supporters in both chambers. In the Senate, the bill is co-sponsored by Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Katie Britt (R-AL), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), John Cornyn (R-TX), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Joni Ernst (R-IA), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Tina Smith (D-MN), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), and Raphael Warnock (D-GA).

The CTA is supported by a wide range of educational, policy, and industry groups, including AccessLex Institute, Advance CTE, Advance Illinois, the American Association of Community Colleges, the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and many others.

“CCA is grateful for the bi-partisan reintroduction of the College Transparency Act. This critical policy lever will enable students to make more informed decisions about their path to a college degree or credential of value. This tool will also provide policymakers with the information they need to bolster accountability across higher education institutions and systems,” Yolanda Watson Spiva, Ph.D., President, Complete College America, said.

“We thank the bipartisan sponsors in the House and Senate for their leadership working to bolster transparency of higher education outcomes,” Waded Cruzado, President, Association of Public and Land-grant Universities said. “Where to attend college is a critically important decision for millions of students and families each year, and they should have robust data on labor market outcomes to inform their decision. The College Transparency Act would enable exactly this kind of transparency while also helping institutions and policymakers better understand how populations of students, such as student veterans, are succeeding to ensure the promise of higher education delivers.”

“The U.S. Chamber of Commerce strongly supports the introduction of the College Transparency Act. This legislation will make postsecondary data available to students and employers, empowering students to make informed decisions about their education and career paths while equipping employers with the data necessary to connect with skilled talent. The College Transparency Act will strengthen our education system, enhance workforce competitiveness, and drive economic growth,” Rodney Davis, Head of Government Affairs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, said.

A full copy of the bill is available here.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (8th District of Illinois)

WASHINGTON – Following a federal judge’s decision to block the Trump administration from enforcing retaliatory Medicaid funding cuts to Planned Parenthood, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi issued the following statement:

“I applaud the federal court’s decision to block President Trump’s cruel and unconstitutional attempt to defund Planned Parenthood. Just last month, I stood with Planned Parenthood of Illinois to warn that these attacks on reproductive health care are not only wrong—they’re dangerous. This ruling is a victory for the thousands of Illinoisans and millions of Americans who rely on Planned Parenthood for cancer screenings, STI testing, birth control, and more. I’ll continue fighting to protect access to care and stop these politically motivated assaults on women’s health.”

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (8th District of Illinois)

SCHAUMBURG, IL – Today, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) hosted a special ceremony at his district office to present a long-overdue Purple Heart to U.S. Army veteran Sergeant First Class (Ret.) Joseph Leuze, recognizing wounds he sustained during the Vietnam War. At the brief reception, Congressman Krishnamoorthi formally awarded the Purple Heart to Sgt. Leuze, whose military service spanned 35 years and included combat deployments in Vietnam, Desert Storm, and Afghanistan. The award, promised decades ago but delayed due to bureaucratic backlog, was finally presented in front of family, staff, and members of the press.

“Sergeant Leuze’s decades of distinguished service across three conflicts are a testament to his courage, sacrifice, and devotion to duty,” said Congressman Krishnamoorthi. “It was an honor to present this long-deserved recognition and personally thank him for his extraordinary service to our country.”

Sergeant Leuze, 73, is a Bronze Star recipient and retired combat medic. In addition to his combat roles, he dedicated much of his military career teaching lifesaving medical care.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) reintroduced the Small Business Payment for Performance Act, which will require fair treatment of small construction contractors by federal agencies during the procurement process. 

Of this legislation, Congressman Stauber stated, “Small businesses on Main Street America are the economic engine of our economy, and it’s important that the federal government supports their ability to succeed when fulfilling government contracts. I’m proud to reintroduce the Small Business Payment for Performance Act, which will hold the federal government accountable for any changes to contracts awarded to small businesses. This important legislation will protect small businesses from unexpected financial burdens, incentivizing more small businesses to compete for federal contracts that will drive economic growth in their respective communities.”

A variety of stakeholder groups endorsed the Small Business Payment for Performance Act, some of which provided statements of support. 

“The American Subcontractors Association applauds Rep. Stauber in advancing this important legislation, which will effectuate change order reform for all construction contractors by ensuring they receive timely payments for their completed work.” – American Subcontractors Association

“Contracting with the Federal government comes with a lot of uncertainty and change orders further drive-up risk and costs that the construction company is often forced to absorb. The Small Business Payment for Performance Act will help ensure small business construction contractors do not shoulder the financial burden of unilateral agency changes to a contract.” – Associated General Contractors of America

“Every SMACNA contractor in Minnesota and across the nation bidding and building federal projects greatly appreciates Rep. Pete Stauber for sponsoring the Small Business Payment for Performance Act. At a time of rising project material costs and frequent change orders, we view Rep. Stauber’s bill as our highest priority. Without passage of the Small Business Payment for Performance legislation, the payment problems for contractors can only grow worse and the economic health of contractors small, medium and large will suffer greater harm.” – Stan Kolbe, Executive Director of Government and Political Affairs, Sheet Metal and Air ConditioningContractors National Association

“The National Association of Surety Bond Producers commends Representative Pete Stauber for the introduction of the Small Business Payment for Performance Act of 2025. This critical legislation lessens the considerable financing burden placed on small construction businesses when federal project owners make unilateral changes to construction contracts. By requiring federal project owners to make interim partial payments on owner-directed change orders, small construction businesses receive necessary and timely cash flow for performance. As the construction industry continues to face uncertain and variable market conditions, including supply disruptions and increasing materials prices, all construction businesses, but particularly small construction businesses, need federal payment practices that are not unfairly burdensome. Passage of this legislation will ensure that small construction businesses performing on federal contracts have confidence that equitable payment practices exist for owner-directed change orders. Thank you to Rep. Stauber for recognizing this significant issue and introducing this important procurement reform.” – National Association of Surety Bond Producers

BACKGROUND: 

Changes to a contract, commonly known as “change orders,” inevitably occur on construction projects. The government may issue change orders without the contractor’s consent and often fails to abide by change order rules, like formalizing change orders in writing.

Specifically, this legislation will do the following: 

• Allow small businesses to request an equitable adjustment to the contracting officer if the contracting officer places a change order without the agreement of the small business.
• Require the federal government to pay at least 50% of the cost from the change order upon receipt of the equitable adjustment.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Ilhan Omar (DFL-MN)

WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN)  and Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) introduced a resolution in recognition of World Drowning Prevention Day. The resolution highlights the urgent global crisis of drowning, which claims over 236,000 lives every year, and calls for concrete action to save lives through evidence-based prevention strategies. 

“Drowning takes hundreds of thousands of lives annually, with devastating consequences for families and communities around the world,” said Rep. Omar. “It is also one of the most preventable public health tragedies we face. With the right tools, training, and resources, we can and must stop these needless deaths.”

Drowning remains the number one cause of unintentional death for children under five years old, but if we all unite to increase the water safety around our kids and our communities, we can change that heartbreaking reality and save countless lives,” said Wasserman Schultz. “This resolution to support the goals and ideals of World Drowning Prevention Day, helps lift up and focus those efforts, and pushes the United States to take a lead in proven drowning prevention interventions.”

Drowning is the third-leading cause of unintentional injury death globally and ranks among the top 10 causes of death for children and young people aged 1 to 24 in every region. In high-income nations like the United States, drowning rates remain disproportionately high among certain age groups and racial and ethnic minority communities, a reflection of systemic inequalities in access to water safety, swimming education, and emergency response. Climate change is escalating the threat, as more communities are impacted by floods, where drowning is the leading cause of death. 

Rep. Omar’s resolution builds on the United Nations General Assembly’s 2021 action declaring July 25 as World Drowning Prevention Day, and joins over 100 countries in recognizing the need for stronger global commitments to water safety.

You can read the full resolution here.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Ilhan Omar (DFL-MN)

WASHINGTON – Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) and Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) reintroduced the End Polluter Welfare Act, legislation to eliminate President Trump’s enormous new handouts to the fossil fuel industry contained in the “Big, Beautiful Bill,” along with existing polluter welfare for the fossil fuel industry. First introduced by Sanders in 2012, the bill eliminates more than $190 billion in tax loopholes and federal subsidies for the fossil fuel industry over the next 10 years. That total includes approximately $20 billion in new subsidies for coal, oil drilling, methane emissions, pipelines and other false climate solutions. The bill would also prevent the Trump administration from handing out hundreds of millions of acres of public lands and waters for drilling. 

In addition to Sanders and Omar, Sens. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Ed Markey (D-Mass) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.), along with 20 members of the House of Representatives, have cosponsored the bill. More than 170 organizations have endorsed the legislation.  

“Donald Trump has sold out the young people of America and future generations,” said Sanders . “Big Oil spent $450 million to elected Donald Trump and Republicans during the last election cycle. In return, the president has directed the full regulatory, legal and financial weight of the federal government toward helping his fossil fuel executive friends get rich at the expense of a healthy and habitable planet for our kids and grandkids. The fossil fuel industry, with the support of Trump, is more concerned about their short-term profits than the wellbeing of the planet. No more polluter welfare for an industry that is making billions every year destroying the planet.” 

“We are done letting fossil fuel executives write the rules while our communities pay the price,” said Omar . “For decades, Big Oil has raked in billions in taxpayer handouts while destabilizing our climate. The End Polluter Welfare Act will finally hold polluters accountable and eliminate these harmful subsidies once and for all. I’m proud to reintroduce this legislation with Senator Sanders because our planet can’t wait, and neither can we.”

“For too many years, Big Oil has fleeced Americans, furthering the climate crisis while collecting large subsidies,” said Rep. Khanna. “I’m honored to join my colleagues in leading the End Polluter Welfare Act of 2025 that will cut tax loopholes, federal subsidies, and royalties for the fossil fuel industry.” 

“American taxpayers pay Big Oil billions of dollars a year in subsidies, all while they rip off consumers, endanger our public health, and pollute our environment,” said Rep. Barragán. “It’s time the American taxpayers stop funding the harmful activities of Big Oil. The End Polluter Welfare Act will pull the plug on polluter handouts – and put the American people over polluters.”

 Just four private fossil fuel corporations — ExxonMobil, BP, Chevron and Shell — have accounted for about 10% of global fossil fuel emissions since the beginning of the industrial revolution. Over the past three decades, these four companies have made more than $2 trillion in profit off the backs of people all around the world have borne the brunt of climate disasters. Last year alone, these companies made $84 billion in profit, and their CEOs made more than $95 million.

As if these obscene profits weren’t enough, the Republican reconciliation bill passed earlier this month by a single vote in the Senate includes enormous new subsidies to the fossil fuel industry:

• More than $1.48 billion in tax cuts for metallurgical coal;

• More than $14 billion in tax cuts for carbon capture and enhanced oil recovery;

• Up to $3 billion in tax cuts for owners of power plants and pipelines that transport carbon and dirty hydrogen;

• Up to $447 million in tax cuts that help oil and gas drillers avoid the 15 percent corporate minimum tax;

• $1.5 billion in tax cuts for fossil fuel producers who emit methane, a greenhouse gas 84 times more potent than carbon dioxide;

• A “pay-to-play” scheme that will allow polluters to buy environmental reviews; and

• Opening up hundreds of millions of acres of our public lands and waters for drilling 

Instead of handing out new taxpayer subsidies to Big Oil, Congress must take on the greed of the tremendously profitable fossil fuel industry by passing the End Polluter Welfare Act, which would: 

• Eliminate all giveaways, tax preferences and loopholes to the fossil fuel industry;

• Prohibit taxpayer-funded fossil fuel research and development;

• Update below-market royalty rates for oil and gas production on federal lands;

• Recoup royalties from offshore drilling in public waters;

• Ensure competitive bidding and leasing practices for coal developments on federal lands; and

• End support for international oil, gas and coal projects to help the international community move away from dirty fossil fuels to clean sources of power. 

Energy Secretary Chris Wright recently asked: “If an energy source needs subsidies to stay afloat, how truly reliable, or affordable is it?” The secretary is right: The American people can no longer afford to rely on the most subsidized form of energy in American history. Failure to address the climate crisis by taking on the fossil fuel industry puts the planet and future generations at risk.  

Read the bill text here.

Read a summary here.

Read the section-by-section here.

Read a letter of support from endorsing organizations here.

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