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ReSCUE Oceans Act

In committee: it can still change before the session ends.

US HR 7656 · House Bill · 119th Congress

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Stage
In committee
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House
Sponsors
3
Latest action
Feb 24, 2026

What it does

The ReSCUE Oceans Act would establish a program within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to advance marine carbon dioxide removal through research, development, field trials, and grants, while requiring monitoring, interagency coordination, and biennial reports. It also directs the National Science Foundation, NASA, and NIST to support related research, space-based measurement, and validation efforts. The bill emphasizes engagement with coastal communities, Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and Native Hawaiian organizations, and defines marine carbon dioxide removal as intentional interventions that net remove atmospheric CO₂, with provisions for carbon removal credits…

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Where it stands

  1. Introduced (Done)

    Feb 24, 2026

  2. Committee (Current step)

    In committee · Feb 24, 2026

  3. Floor (Not started)

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Who is involved

Sponsors

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Where it goes next

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