A Democratic bill with 22 Democratic cosponsors · See all 22 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Natural Resources, Science, Space, and Technology, Energy and Commerce, Agriculture, Appropriations, Financial Services, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The "End Polluter Welfare Act of 2025" aims to eliminate various subsidies used for fossil-fuel production. It targets royalty relief, tax expenditures, and specific federal funding for industries involving coal, petroleum, and natural gas. The bill modifies the Internal Revenue Code to terminate several deductions, credits, and specific tax treatments. It also restricts the use of funds by various government agencies and international financial institutions for fossil fuel projects. Additionally, the act repeals recent legislation related to energy and environmental policies.
Yes· 3 of 12
- Scored +8
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The bill increases liability for offshore oil spills and eliminates subsidies that drive fossil fuel production.
- Scored +7
Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced?
The bill removes numerous financial incentives and subsidies that support the extraction and production of fossil fuels.
- Scored +7
Does this raise the taxes companies pay?
The bill eliminates several tax deductions, credits, and exemptions used by the fossil fuel industry.
The opposite· 3 of 7
- Scored -7
Would business owners be better off under this?
Energy industry owners face higher royalty rates, new taxes, and the loss of many tax deductions.
- Scored -6
Does this put more money into scientific research?
The bill terminates the authority and rescinds funding for the Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management.
- Scored -5
Does this send more money or help to other countries?
The bill restricts how the United States provides financial support to international institutions that fund fossil fuel projects.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Royalties from Land Leases: The bill increases royalty rates for coal leases and oil/natural gas leases, which could increase revenue from those resources (Section 103).
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Increased Liability for Offshore Operators: By removing limits on liability for offshore facilities and pipeline operators, the bill could increase accountability for those responsible for pollution (Section 106).
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Increased Funding for Black Lung Patients: The act increases the excise tax rate to help fund the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund (Section 218).
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Increased Tax on Oil Production in the Gulf of Mexico: A new tax is imposed on the severance of crude oil and natural gas produced from the outer Continental Shelf in the Gulf of Mexico (Section 212).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Loss of Federal Support for Carbon Management: The bill terminates the authority of the Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management, which could impact ongoing research (Section 108).
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Restrictions on Energy Infrastructure Funding: The bill prohibits the use of funds by the Department of Transportation for grants, loans, or assistance for rail or port projects that transport fossil fuel (Section 115).
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Changes to Tax Deductions for Energy Companies: The act terminates various tax deductions and credits used by companies involved in fossil fuel activities, such as those related to property and research (Section 201, Section 202).
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Reduced Benefits for Certain Energy Projects: The bill modifies clean hydrogen production credits and terminates credits for carbon oxide sequestration (Section 222, Section 224).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill increases liability for offshore oil spills and eliminates subsidies that drive fossil fuel production. Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced? — The bill removes numerous financial incentives and subsidies that support the extraction and production of fossil fuels. Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport? — The bill prohibits using transportation funds for rail or port projects that transport fossil fuels.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this raise the taxes companies pay? — The bill eliminates several tax deductions, credits, and exemptions used by the fossil fuel industry. Does this raise taxes on the highest earners? — The bill targets high-revenue industries and eliminates specific capital gains treatments for coal royalties. Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill rescinds unobligated funds for the Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management and other fossil fuel support programs. Is this likely to create jobs? — The removal of subsidies and restrictions on infrastructure funding may negatively impact employment in the fossil fuel sector. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The elimination of various tax-related incentives may increase costs for smaller energy-related entities. Is this likely to grow the economy? — Reducing industrial subsidies may slow short-term growth in the energy sector.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill terminates the authority and rescinds funding for the Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this send more money or help to other countries? — The bill restricts how the United States provides financial support to international institutions that fund fossil fuel projects.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — Increased excise taxes help fund the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund for those with respiratory disabilities. Would union members be better off under this? — The bill increases funding for the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund which supports industrial workers' health. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Increased support for the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund benefits a demographic disproportionately represented in mining sectors. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Increased funding for the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund supports low-income workers in the coal industry. Would business owners be better off under this? — Energy industry owners face higher royalty rates, new taxes, and the loss of many tax deductions.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill mandates a report to Congress to identify and eliminate remaining fossil fuel subsidies.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — Increasing the excise tax rate provides more funding for the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Increased funding for the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund provides better support for affected workers.
- 4/6/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/23/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Natural Resources, Science, Space, and Technology, Energy and Commerce, Agriculture, Appropriations, Financial Services, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 20 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
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Yassamin AnsariDemocrat · Arizona
Nanette BarragánDemocrat · California
Steve CohenDemocrat · Tennessee
Greg CasarDemocrat · Texas
Adriano EspaillatDemocrat · New York
Maxwell FrostDemocrat · Florida
Valerie FousheeDemocrat · North Carolina
Robert GarciaDemocrat · California
Adelita GrijalvaDemocrat · Arizona
Pramila JayapalDemocrat · Washington
Ro KhannaDemocrat · California
Betty McCollumDemocrat · Minnesota
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Alexandria Ocasio-CortezDemocrat · New York
Chellie PingreeDemocrat · Maine
Delia RamirezDemocrat · Illinois
Janice SchakowskyDemocrat · Illinois
Mary Gay ScanlonDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan
Ritchie TorresDemocrat · New York
Jill TokudaDemocrat · Hawaii
Bonnie Watson ColemanDemocrat · New Jersey