Cynthia M. Lummis

Protect Domestic Oil and Gas Small Business Act of 2026

Oil and gas companies operating small, low-producing wells would be exempted from certain air pollution control requirements that normally apply to the oil and gas industry under federal environmental law. This could allow these marginal wells to operate with fewer restrictions on emissions like methane and volatile organic compounds, potentially reducing compliance costs for operators but possibly affecting air quality in areas where these wells operate. The change would primarily benefit smaller oil and gas producers while potentially reducing environmental protections in communities near these wells.

Build Nuclear with Local Materials Act of 2026

The bill would let nuclear power plants use cheaper, standard commercial-grade steel and concrete in parts of their structures that don't directly affect safety systems, rather than requiring the more expensive specialized materials currently mandated. This change could reduce construction and maintenance costs for nuclear plant operators, though it only applies to non-critical structures that don't control or contain radioactive materials. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission would need to approve which specific structures qualify for this less stringent requirement.

A bill to redesignate the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center in Casper, Wyoming, as the "Barbara L. Cubin National Historic Trails Interpretive Center".

This bill renames the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center located in Casper, Wyoming, as the Barbara L. Cubin National Historic Trails Interpretive Center.

Strengthening American Nuclear Energy Act of 2026

This bill aims to support the nuclear power industry by likely removing regulatory barriers, streamlining approval processes for new reactors, or providing financial incentives to make nuclear energy more competitive with other power sources. The changes would affect energy companies building or operating nuclear plants, as well as consumers who rely on electricity from these facilities. The goal appears to be increasing America's nuclear energy capacity as part of the nation's energy strategy.

Local Data for Better Conservation Act

This bill would require the federal government to collect and use local environmental data to improve conservation efforts and protect natural resources more effectively. By incorporating information from communities, scientists, and local organizations about their specific ecosystems and environmental conditions, the legislation aims to make conservation decisions more tailored to regional needs rather than relying solely on national-level data. The bill would affect environmental agencies, local governments, conservation groups, and communities that depend on natural resources.

A resolution recognizing 2026 as the "International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists".

This resolution recognizes 2026 as the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists. It also encourages federal agencies, universities, and organizations across the country to promote education, research, and outreach related to rangeland management.

FENCES Act

The FENCES Act addresses environmental protection policies, though the specific details of what it would require or change are not clear from the title alone. Based on its referral to the Environment and Public Works Committee, the bill likely aims to establish or modify environmental standards, protections, or enforcement mechanisms that could affect businesses, landowners, and communities. Once the bill moves through committee, its concrete impacts on environmental regulations, land use, or pollution control will become clearer.

Wyoming Education Trust Modernization Act

Wyoming Education Trust Modernization Act This bill provides Wyoming with more flexibility to invest the principal of its permanent school fund by allowing the state to use earnings generated from investment of the fund rather than only interest. By way of background, Congress created the fund when Wyoming became a state by granting certain federal lands to be held in a trust for the state. Proceeds from school trust land sales, exchanges, or disposals are deposited into the fund to support public schools.

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to "Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment".

This joint resolution nullifies the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on November 20, 2024, which amended the 2015 resource management plan (RMP) for the Buffalo Field Office in Wyoming to make no federal coal available for future leasing. Thus, the joint resolution requires the BLM to follow the 2015 RMP as it was before it was amended in 2024 and make coal available for leasing. By way of background, the BLM developed the amendment to the plan in response to Western Organization of Resource Councils v. Bureau of Land Management. In that case, the court held that the BLM must evaluate the climate impacts of federal coal leasing in the Buffalo Field Office and include alternatives to limit or stop coal leasing in the evaluation in order to comply with the National Environmental Policy Act. After conducting the evaluation, the BLM amended the RMP and made BLM-managed coal resources in the Buffalo Field Office planning area unavailable for future leasing.

COAL Act of 2025

Combating Obstruction Against Leasing Act of 2025 or the COAL Act of 2025 This bill requires the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to process certain pending applications to lease coal mineral estates owned by the federal government in order to develop coal. If the environmental review process under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 has commenced for an application, then the BLM must publish a draft environmental assessment and any applicable implementing regulations, finalize the fair market value of the coal tract for which a lease by application is pending, take all intermediate actions necessary to grant the application, and grant the application. With respect to previously awarded coal leases, the BLM must grant any additional approvals required for mining activities to commence. Finally, the bill nullifies the Department of the Interior's Secretarial Order 3338, which placed a hold on most new federal coal leases until the BLM completes a comprehensive review of the federal coal program.

A resolution designating the week beginning on October 19, 2025, as "Coal Week".

This resolution would officially declare the week of October 19, 2025, as "Coal Week" to recognize and promote the coal industry. The designation is largely symbolic and does not create new laws or regulations, but serves to highlight the role of coal in American energy and economy. The resolution has been referred to the Judiciary Committee for consideration.

Diesel Truck Liberation Act of 2025

This bill would likely relax environmental regulations on diesel trucks, possibly by rolling back emissions standards or giving truck owners and manufacturers more flexibility in how they meet pollution requirements. The changes would primarily affect trucking companies, truck owners, and manufacturers, though they could also impact air quality in communities near highways and truck routes. Environmental groups would likely oppose the measure while the trucking industry would probably support it as a cost-saving measure.

A resolution designating October 4, 2025, as "National Energy Appreciation Day" to celebrate the people who work to power the United States and the economy of the United States and to build awareness of the important role that the energy producers of the United States play in reducing poverty, strengthening national security, and improving the quality of life for people around the world.

This resolution designates October 4, 2025, as National Energy Appreciation Day.

$2.50 for America’s 250th Act

$2.50 for America’s 250th Act This bill requires the minting of $2.50 coins to commemorate the 250th anniversary, or the semiquincentennial, of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Specifically, the Department of the Treasury must mint and issue a $2.50 circulating coin upon determining that such minting is technically feasible, economically feasible, and not cost prohibitive. The design of such a coin during the first five years of its issuance must be as described by the bill, however, subsequent designs may be selected by Treasury to celebrate the founding of the United States. Treasury may also mint and issue $2.50 numismatic coins (i.e., collectible coins) in silver, clad, and other alloys, including gold.

PARC Act

The PARC Act likely addresses management, conservation, or access to public lands and natural resources, though the specific details depend on the bill's full text. Based on its referral to the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, it probably affects how federal agencies manage forests, parks, or other public property, and could impact outdoor enthusiasts, environmental groups, energy companies, or local communities near public lands. The bill is currently under committee review to determine whether it should move forward for a vote.

Highway Funding Flexibility Act of 2025

Highway Funding Flexibility Act of 2025 This bill effectively eliminates the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program and the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program. Specifically, this bill requires states to use unobligated funds under these Department of Transportation (DOT) programs only for certain non-electric vehicle related projects. As background, on January 20, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14154, Unleashing American Energy , which directed federal agencies to immediately pause the disbursement of funds for electric vehicle charging stations made available through the NEVI and CFI programs. Under this bill, states may use any of the unobligated funds from these programs for projects that include the construction or rehabilitation of a federal highway, the replacement or rehabilitation of bridges, improvements that reduce the number of wildlife-vehicle collisions (e.g., wildlife crossing structures), or parking for commercial motor vehicles. DOT must apportion any of its unobligated or future fiscal year funds from these programs to the states based on the current methodology for apportioning federal highway funds.

Grizzly Bear State Management Act of 2025

This bill would give states more authority to manage grizzly bear populations within their borders, potentially allowing them to authorize hunting or other population control measures rather than having the federal government make those decisions. The change would affect wildlife managers, hunters, ranchers, and conservation groups who have different views on how many grizzlies should be allowed in areas like the Northern Rockies and Greater Yellowstone region. States would need to develop their own management plans that meet certain standards, but would have greater flexibility in deciding whether to protect or reduce grizzly populations in their territories.

A bill to designate the mountain at the Devils Tower National Monument, Wyoming, as Devils Tower, and for other purposes.

This bill declares that the mountain at the Devils Tower National Monument in Wyoming shall be known and designated as Devils Tower.

Heart Mountain Relocation Center Study Act of 2010

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Heart Mountain Relocation Center Study Act of 2010 - Directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct and report to Congress on a special resource study of the Heart Mountain Relocation Center in Park County, Wyoming. Requires the Secretary, in conducting such study, to: (1) evaluate the national significance of the Relocation Center and surrounding area; (2) determine the suitability and feasibility of designating the Relocation Center as a unit of the National Park System; (3) consider other alternatives for preservation, protection, and interpretation of the site; (4) identify cost estimates for any federal acquisition, development, interpretation, operation, and maintenance associated with such alternatives; (5) identify potential impacts on landowners of designation of the site as a System unit; and (6) consult with interested public and private entities and private property owners that may be affected by any such designation or other interested individuals.