Congressional Energy and Public Lands Deregulation
Key Questions
What are the 119th Congress's CRA actions?
The 119th Congress has over 40 Congressional Review Act (CRA) actions to dismantle protections, enabling more drilling and coal production. This deregulation trend rises with figures like Bessent. It stalls clean energy projects.
How do budget cuts affect clean energy projects?
Budget cuts are stalling Kentucky clean energy initiatives and 20GW of projects. The 2027 Budget constrains non-defense spending while reforming federal government. This impacts public vs. private power dynamics.
What is the NM Relief Act?
The NM Relief Act is proposed amid deregulation efforts. It ties into broader congressional moves shredding environmental protections. Climate denial is rising in this context.
119th Congress 40+ CRA actions shred protections, unlock drilling/coal; budget cuts stall KY clean energy/20GW projects; NM Relief Act proposed; climate denial rises with Bessent.