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DemocratBill · H.R. 10065· House(119-HR-10065)

Methane Pollution Accountability Act

Rep. Rivas
Age: 52 years
California
Introduced
8/6/2026
Last activity
8/6/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsored by
Luz Rivas
Cosponsors
Democrat - 3Republican - 0
Energy
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Methane Pollution Accountability Act," aims to change how royalties are collected for gas produced from Federal land and the outer Continental Shelf. For new leases, royalties would be assessed on all gas produced, including gas lost through venting, flaring, or negligent releases. Certain exceptions apply to emergencies, gas used for the benefit of the lease area, or gas that is unavoidably lost. Additionally, the Director of the Bureau of Land Management is directed to enforce a specific waste prevention rule from April 2024. The bill also places restrictions on finalizing certain other proposed or revision rules unless specific certifications are met.

Yes· 3 of 9

  • Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+6

    The bill requires certifications that new rules must improve air quality and public health.

  • Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+5

    By penalizing the loss of gas through venting and flaring, the bill incentivizes waste reduction and lower methane emissions.

  • Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?+4

    The bill strengthens federal oversight and enforcement of waste prevention on federal lands.

The opposite

  • Would business owners be better off under this?-4

    Increases operational costs and royalty burdens for oil and gas companies.

  • Is this likely to lower the price at the pump?-1

    Increased production costs for gas companies could lead to higher prices for consumers.

  • Would middle-income households be better off under this?-1

    Could contribute to higher energy costs.