HR7416Referred to Committee

Methane Monitoring Science Act of 2026

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-02-09
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1
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Donald S. Beyer, Jr.
Donald S. Beyer, Jr.
Democrat · VA · Representative
Votes with party: 97.9% (655 recorded votes)

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Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

2026-02-09

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Plain-English Summary

This bill would establish new scientific programs and requirements for monitoring methane emissions—a potent greenhouse gas—likely through improved technology and data collection methods. The legislation would help researchers and government agencies better track where methane is being released into the atmosphere, which is important for understanding climate change and developing strategies to reduce these emissions. The bill affects scientists, environmental agencies, and potentially companies in industries like oil and gas that produce significant methane emissions.

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Science, Technology, Communications
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