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119th Congress
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HOUSEH.R. 9617· 119th Congress

CHARM Act advances environmental protections

CHARM Act

Sponsor
Gary Palmer (R-AL)
Introduced
Jul 9, 2026
Last Action
Jul 21, 2026
Passage
62%
Introduced
Jul 9, 2026
Committee
Jul 21, 2026
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Detailed policy specifics unavailable — official summary not yet published by Congressional Research Service.
  • Bill title suggests focus on environmental protection, but exact provisions remain unclear pending public documentation.
  • Passed committee unanimously (47-0), indicating broad bipartisan support on substance.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Unanimous committee vote signals rare agreement between parties on environmental policy, though details matter for assessing real-world impact.
  • Without published summary, impossible to identify specific winners, losers, or affected industries — analysis pending official documentation.
  • Environmental bills typically affect energy, manufacturing, and agriculture sectors plus state and local regulators.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Bill cleared committee on July 21 and awaits full House floor vote — next realistic step is floor scheduling.
  • Track official summary release at congress.gov; subscribe to updates if this policy area affects your community.
  • Contact your representative's office to ask their position and request they prioritize floor debate once details become public.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Jul 21, 2026Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 47 - 0.
  • Jul 21, 2026Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • Jul 20, 2026Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • Jul 14, 2026Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
  • Jul 14, 2026Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • Jul 9, 2026Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Jul 9, 2026Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment.
  • Jul 9, 2026Introduced in House