S. 3713: No Climate Treaties Act of 2026
This bill, titled the No Climate Treaties Act of 2026, proposes two main requirements regarding the United States' participation in international climate agreements:
Senate Approval for International Climate Agreements
The bill mandates that any international agreement that allows the U.S. to enter or re-enter into climate treaties, or agreements that impose legally binding limits on domestic greenhouse gas emissions, must be treated as a treaty. This means it would require approval from the Senate before it can be adopted. This includes agreements like the Paris Agreement, which was established to address climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Restrictions on Federal Funding
The bill also states that no federal funds can be used to implement or comply with any international climate agreement that imposes binding emissions reductions unless that agreement has been approved by the Senate. This implies a halt to financial resources dedicated to such agreements until they receive the necessary Senate consent.
Implications of the Bill
The overall effect of this legislation would be to significantly increase the legislative process required for the U.S. to engage in international climate agreements. It aims to ensure more direct oversight and approval from the Senate, restricting executive power in treaty-making related to climate issues.
Relevant Companies
- TSLA - Tesla, Inc.: As a major player in the electric vehicle market, Tesla’s operations and expansion plans can be heavily influenced by international climate agreements that promote renewable energy and sustainability.
- NIO - NIO Inc.: Similar to Tesla, NIO is in the electric vehicle sector and may be affected by changes in greenhouse gas emission standards and international cooperation on climate-related policies.
- GE - General Electric Company: GE is involved in renewable energy solutions, such as wind and solar, which could see changes in investment and direction based on international climate treaties and agreements.
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TrackJohn Barrasso
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TrackMarsha Blackburn
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TrackJohn Boozman
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TrackShelley Moore Capito
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TrackBill Cassidy
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TrackJohn Cornyn
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TrackTom Cotton
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TrackMike Crapo
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TrackTed Cruz
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TrackBill Hagerty
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TrackJosh Hawley
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TrackJohn Hoeven
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TrackRon Johnson
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TrackJohn Kennedy
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TrackMike Lee
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TrackCynthia M. Lummis
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TrackRoger Marshall
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TrackAshley Moody
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TrackRand Paul
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TrackJames E. Risch
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TrackRick Scott
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TrackTim Sheehy
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TrackTommy Tuberville
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TrackRoger F. Wicker
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
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| Jan. 28, 2026 | Introduced in Senate |
| Jan. 28, 2026 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S347) |
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