US Federal 2023-2024 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HB1141

Introduced
2/21/23  
Refer
2/21/23  
Refer
2/21/23  

Caption

Natural Gas Tax Repeal Act

Impact

If passed, HB 1141 would amend federal law, specifically targeting the provisions associated with natural gas taxation under the Clean Air Act. The repeal is anticipated to shift financial responsibilities away from natural gas producers and could impact overall regulations concerning methane emissions. Supporters assert that this will not only benefit producers but also stimulate job growth within the sector as companies may expand operations without the financial constraints posed by the tax.

Summary

House Bill 1141, known as the Natural Gas Tax Repeal Act, aims to repeal the existing natural gas tax as outlined in Section 136 of the Clean Air Act. This legislation seeks to eliminate the tax that relates to methane emissions and the waste reduction incentive program for petroleum and natural gas systems. Proponents of the bill argue that repealing this tax will ease the financial burden on natural gas producers and potentially lower costs for consumers by fostering a more competitive market environment without the tax hindrance.

Sentiment

Sentiment around HB 1141 appears largely positive among legislators and industry stakeholders advocating for the natural gas sector. They contend that repealing the tax will enhance competitiveness and reduce operational costs. However, critics argue that such a repeal could undermine environmental protections aimed at reducing methane emissions, thus raising concerns about the potential negative environmental impacts and the loss of incentives for sustainable practices in gas production.

Contention

The central points of contention surrounding HB 1141 include the environmental implications of repealing the tax and the potential loss of revenue designated for waste reduction programs. Environmental advocates express concerns that eliminating this tax could weaken efforts to curb methane emissions, which are a significant contributor to climate change. The debate also reflects broader discussions on the balance between economic development and environmental stewardship, with advocates for both sides making strong cases.

Companion Bills

US HB484

Same As Natural Gas Tax Repeal Act This bill eliminates a program administered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that provides incentives for petroleum and natural gas systems to reduce their emissions of methane and other greenhouse gases. It also repeals a charge on methane emissions from specific types of facilities that are required to report their greenhouse gas emissions to the EPA's Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reporting Program.

US SB4405

Same As Natural Gas Tax Repeal Act

US HB1

Related Lower Energy Costs Act This bill provides for the exploration, development, importation, and exportation of energy resources (e.g., oil, gas, and minerals). For example, it sets forth provisions to (1) expedite energy projects, (2) eliminate or reduce certain fees related to the development of federal energy resources, and (3) eliminate certain funds that provide incentives to decrease emissions of greenhouse gases. The bill expedites the development, importation, and exportation of energy resources, including by waiving environmental review requirements and other specified requirements under certain environmental laws, eliminating certain restrictions on the import and export of oil and natural gas, prohibiting the President from declaring a moratorium on the use of hydraulic fracturing (a type of process used to extract underground energy resources), directing the Department of the Interior to conduct sales for the leasing of oil and gas resources on federal lands and waters as specified by the bill, and limiting the authority of the President and executive agencies to restrict or delay the development of energy on federal land. In addition, the bill reduces royalties for oil and gas development on federal land and eliminates charges on methane emissions. It also eliminates a variety of funds, such as funds for energy efficiency improvements in buildings as well as the greenhouse gas reduction fund.

US SB947

Related Lower Energy Costs Act Water Quality Certification and Energy Project Improvement Act of 2023 TAPP American Resources Act Transparency, Accountability, Permitting, and Production of American Resources Act

US HB2811

Related Water Quality Certification and Energy Project Improvement Act of 2023 TAPP American Resources Act Transparency, Accountability, Permitting, and Production of American Resources Act Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2023

Previously Filed As

US HB160

SALT Fairness Act of 2023 This bill repeals the temporary restrictions in taxable years 2018 through 2025 on the deductibility of state and local taxes.

US HB140

Protecting Speech from Government Interference Act This bill generally prohibits federal employees from censoring the speech of others while acting in an official capacity. Specifically, the bill prohibits employees of executive agencies or who are otherwise in the competitive service from (1) using their official authority to influence or advocate for a third party, including a private entity, to censor speech; (2) censoring the speech of any person who has a pending regulatory application with, or is the subject of or a participant in an active enforcement action by, the employee's office; or (3) engaging in censorship while on duty, wearing a uniform, or using official government property. Certain presidential appointees may not censor speech at any time, including outside normal duty hours. Employees are subject to disciplinary action, civil penalties, or both for violations. The bill defines censor or censorship to include ordering or advocating for the removal of lawful speech, the addition of disclaimers, or the restriction of access with respect to any platform (e.g., social media).

US SB143

Natural Gas Tax Repeal ActThis bill eliminates a program administered by the Environmental Protection Agency that provides support for reducing methane emissions from the oil and gas sector. It also repeals a charge on methane emissions from facilities that contain petroleum and natural gas systems and emit 25,000 metric tons or more of greenhouse gases per year.

US HB1281

Natural GAS Act of 2025 Natural Gas Appliances Standards Act of 2025

US SB4105

Naturalization Accountability Act

US HB66

Native American Education Opportunity Act This bill addresses education savings account programs and charter schools for tribal students. Specifically, the bill requires the Department of Education and the Department of the Interior, at the request of federally recognized Indian tribes, to provide funds to tribes for tribal-based education savings account programs. Tribes must use these funds to award grants to education savings accounts for students who (1) attended or will be eligible to attend a school operated by the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE); or (2) will not be attending a school operated by the BIE, receiving an education savings account from another tribe, or attending public elementary or secondary school while participating in the program. Funds may be used for items and activities such as costs of attendance at private schools, private tutoring and online learning programs, textbooks, educational software, or examination fees. The Government Accountability Office must review the implementation of these education savings account programs, including any factors impacting increased participation in such programs. Additionally, the bill authorizes the BIE to approve and fund charter schools at any school that it operates or funds.

US HB313

Natural Gas Tax Repeal ActThis bill eliminates a program administered by the Environmental Protection Agency that provides support for reducing methane emissions from the oil and gas sector. It also repeals a charge on methane emissions from facilities that contain petroleum and natural gas systems and emit 25,000 metric tons or more of greenhouse gases per year.

US HB34

Assuring Medicare’s Promise Act of 2023 This bill increases net investment income tax revenues by applying such tax to the trade or business income of certain high income taxpayers and includes the increased tax revenues in the Federal Hospital Insurance Trust Fund.

US HB79

WHO Withdrawal Act This bill requires the President to immediately withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO) and prohibits using any federal funds to provide for U.S. participation in the WHO. The bill also repeals the 1948 act authorizing the United States to join the WHO.

US HB184

This bill requires the President to notify Congress and the public before issuing executive orders relating to the natural resources of the United States and the environment.

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