Stop Climate Shakedowns Act of 2026
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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Overview
The Stop Climate Shakedowns Act of 2026 prohibits lawsuits against energy companies for damages related to climate change. It aims to prevent states from imposing liability on energy businesses for alleged contributions to climate change through their operations or products. The bill asserts that climate regulation is solely the responsibility of the federal government and seeks to invalidate state laws attempting to hold energy companies accountable for climate-related harms. It also provides for the dismissal of any existing climate lawsuits.
Key provisions
- Prohibits lawsuits against energy companies for damages related to climate change.
- Voids state energy penalty laws that seek to hold energy businesses liable for climate-related harms.
- Asserts that climate regulation is exclusively under federal jurisdiction.
- Requires the dismissal of any pending climate lawsuits.
- Defines ‘climate suit’ and ‘energy penalty law’ to clarify the scope of prohibited actions.
- Establishes that greenhouse gases are defined as gases that trap heat.
- Specifies that ‘person engaged in the energy business’ includes those involved in mining, production, and sale of energy.
- Clarifies the definition of ‘State’ to include various territories and political subdivisions.
Who is affected
- Energy companies (oil, gas, coal, etc.)
- State governments
- Local governments
- Litigants bringing climate lawsuits
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