Kevin Mullin (D-CA)
Methane Removal Research and Innovation Act of 2026
A Democratic bill with 1 Republican cosponsor · See all 2 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Methane Removal Research and Innovation Act of 2026," requires the Secretary of Energy to create a new research initiative. The goal of this initiative is to develop technologies that can remove methane from the atmosphere. The Secretary must establish this program within one year of the act being passed. The initiative will involve multidisciplinary teams and various federal agencies to study various methane removal approaches. Finally, the bill authorizes specific funding to support these research and development efforts.
Yes· 3 of 7
- Scored +7
Does this put more money into scientific research?
The bill authorizes $25,000,000 annually for scientific research into methane removal technologies.
- Scored +6
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
The bill specifically funds the development of technologies designed to remove methane, a potent greenhouse gas, from the atmosphere.
- Scored +4
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
Developing ways to remove methane from the atmosphere contributes to broader environmental mitigation efforts.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Expansion of Scientific Knowledge: The initiative aims to expand understanding in various fields such as chemistry, geosciences, and atmospheric sciences to help develop practical methane removal methods (Section 2(b)(1)(A)).
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Development of New Technologies: By organizing activities among experts from National Laboratories, higher education, and the private sector, the bill seeks to support the research, development, and commercial application of methane removal approaches (Section 2(b)(2)(A)).
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Research into Diverse Methods: The bill targets several specific areas of interest, including biological methods involving plants, methane concentrators, and breakdown coatings, which could lead to practical applications (Section 2(b)(2)(B)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are mentioned in the provided text.
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 cut the pollution that drives climate change? — The bill specifically funds the development of technologies designed to remove methane, a potent greenhouse gas, from the atmosphere. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — Developing ways to remove methane from the atmosphere contributes to broader environmental mitigation efforts.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill authorizes $25,000,000 annually for scientific research into methane removal technologies.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — The bill encourages engagement with private sector entities for the commercial application of new technologies. Would students be better off under this? — The emphasis on institutions of higher education provides opportunities for advanced scientific research and academic engagement.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill supports research, development, and commercial application activities which can lead to job growth in new technology sectors. Is this likely to grow the economy? — By fostering new technologies and commercial applications, the bill promotes long-term technological innovation in the economy.
- 6/25/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Carol MillerRepublican · West Virginia
Andrea SalinasDemocrat · Oregon