Carbon Dioxide Removal Leadership Act of 2026
To require the Secretary of Energy to remove carbon dioxide directly from ambient air or seawater, and for other purposes.
This bill, HB9975, proposes that the Secretary of Energy take steps to directly remove carbon dioxide from the air or seawater. The goal is to tackle climate change by reducing the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere. This would likely impact scientists, engineers, and companies working in carbon capture and storage technologies. It aims to lead efforts in this area and could potentially create new jobs and industries around these technologies.
HB9975 was introduced on July 27, 2026, and is currently in its early stages. It has been referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, which will review it and may hold hearings or make recommendations. The bill is still in the early phases of the legislative process, and it will need to pass through several steps before it can become law.
The key steps so far include its introduction and referral to the relevant committee. The committee will be responsible for examining the bill in detail, gathering expert opinions, and deciding whether to advance it to the full House for a vote. This is a significant step as it will determine the bill’s future and its potential impact on climate efforts.
