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BillHR 8496 · 119

Marine Mammal Climate Change Protection Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 27, 2026
Cosponsors
7
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 27, 2026

Bill Summary

Protects marine mammals from climate change by requiring the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to develop a plan to address its impacts. Requires federal agencies to consider climate change when managing marine mammal populations.

Sponsored By

Julia Brownley
Democrat · California · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 27, 2026
  3. Apr 27, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects marine mammal populations, such as whales and seals, by aiming to reduce the harmful effects of climate change on their habitats and survival. It also impacts federal agencies, like NOAA, which would need to develop and implement plans to protect these species.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
7backers
  • Democratic7
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

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Cosponsors (7)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeNatural Resources Committee
IntroducedApr 27, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 27, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Subjects
  • Climate

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.