Bill · H.R. 7656· House(119-HR-7656)
ReSCUE Oceans Act
- Introduced
- 2/24/2026
- Last activity
- 2/24/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Suzanne Bonamici
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The "ReSCUE Oceans Act" aims to support the research, development, and field testing of safe marine carbon dioxide removal. It establishes a program through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to study the efficacy and environmental impacts of these activities. The bill creates an interagency working group to coordinate Federal efforts and a code of conduct for researchers. It also involves the National Science Foundation, NASA, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology in measuring and validating carbon removal. Additionally, the act emphasizes engagement with coastal communities and consultation with Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations.
Yes· 3 of 22
Does this put more money into scientific research?+9
Significantly increases funding and coordination for marine carbon removal research across NOAA, NSF, NASA, and NIST.
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+8
The primary purpose of the bill is to advance technology for the net removal of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
Would Native Americans be better off under this?+7
Explicitly protects Tribal data and mandates consultation and funding for Native Hawaiian and Indian Tribal organizations.
The opposite
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-2
The bill authorizes additional appropriations for NOAA, NASA, and NIST through 2031.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Community Benefits: The Secretary shall develop opportunities to provide benefits to communities near research areas, including workforce development, public education, and community benefit agreements (Section 103(h)).
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Funding for Engagement: The bill requires that at least $10,000 in grant funding be used specifically for consultation with Indian Tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, and affected coastal communities (Section 101(c)(3)).
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Protection of Tribal Data: The act ensures that Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations maintain authority over their own data, and such information cannot be published without their consent (Section 101(e)(3)).
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Public Access to Information: The interagency working group is tasked with making research results and a new information portal available to the public at no cost (Section 104(h)).
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Scientific Capacity Building: The National Science Foundation will use its programs to expand the scientific workforce and expertise related to marine carbon dioxide removal (Section 201(c)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Environmental and Health Risks: The bill acknowledges the need to study potential negative impacts on public health, safety, and ecosystems resulting from marine carbon dioxide removal activities (Section 101(b)(1)(A)(iii)).
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Impacts on Traditional Resources: The Secretary must assess how research areas might affect the access of coastal communities to subsistence and traditional resources (Section 103(e)(3)(B)(iv)).
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Potential Environmental Degradation: There is a recognized risk of environmental degradation resulting from activities at research areas, requiring users to develop mitigation and remediation plans (Section 103(f)(2)(C)(iii)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Native Americans+7Good For Business Owners+6Good For Students+4Good For Rural Residents+3Good For Young Adults+3Good For Low Income Households+2
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Reduces Carbon Emissions+8Improves Environmental Protections+3Improves Public Land Management+2Improves Rural Development+2
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+9Improves Data Privacy+2Increases Space Exploration+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+5Increases Federal Power+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+4Increases Job Creation+3Improves Economic Growth+2Reduces Government Spending-2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Diplomatic Engagement+2Improves International Alliances+2Improves International Trade+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+2
- 2/24/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Earl CarterRepublican · Georgia
Paul TonkoDemocrat · New York