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Legislation Proposed to Shield U.S. Energy Producers from Climate Lawsuits

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What happened

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The Stop Climate Shakedowns Act of 2026 (S.4340) was introduced in the House by Harriet Hageman and in the Senate by Ted Cruz. The legislation proposes to protect energy companies from climate change lawsuits and state-level penalties. This proposal is a response to climate activism in 11 states, including California, New York, and Virginia, two of which have enacted “climate superfund” laws.

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Why it matters

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The bill seeks to shield U.S. energy producers from legal action related to climate change. Proponents argue that U.S. energy dominance, driven by the shale revolution, provides affordable and reliable power that supports the domestic economy. The proposal addresses legal challenges arising from state-level climate policies.

A government proposal was introduced to prevent climate lawsuits against emitters, which Jane Kelsey warned undermines international commitments.

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Who's involved

  • Harriet HagemanIntroduced the Stop Climate Shakedowns Act of 2026 in the House
  • Ted CruzIntroduced the Stop Climate Shakedowns Act of 2026 in the Senate

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The entities involved

  • Harriet Hageman

    United States Representative from Wyoming since 2023

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