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BillHR 8630 · 119

PEAT Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 30, 2026
Cosponsors
6
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 30, 2026

Bill Summary

Regulates the use of peat, a type of soil, in the United States, although specific details are unclear. Requires further review by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Sponsored By

Michael A. Rulli
Republican · Ohio · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 30, 2026
  3. Apr 30, 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

Affects peat producers, consumers, and environmental groups by potentially changing how peat is used and regulated. Impacts the energy and commerce sectors, particularly those involved in peat harvesting and trade.

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
3backers
  • Republican3
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (6)

4 more not shown here — see the full list on congress.gov.

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicHealth
CommitteeEnergy and Commerce Committee
IntroducedApr 30, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 30, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Subjects
  • Health

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.