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DemocratBill · H.R. 8108· House(119-HR-8108)

End Polluter Welfare for Enhanced Oil Recovery Act of 2026

Rep. Khanna
Age: 50 years
California
Introduced
3/26/2026
Last activity
3/26/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsored by
Ro Khanna
Cosponsors
Democrat - 12Republican - 0
Taxation
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "End Polluter Welfare for Enhanced Oil Recovery Act of 2026," aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. It seeks to provide an end date for the credit related to certain qualified carbon oxide. Specifically, it moves to eliminate the use of carbon oxide as a tertiary injectant for qualified facilities where construction begins after the act's enactment. Additionally, the bill mandates the striking of Section 43 regarding the enhanced oil recovery credit.

Yes

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?+5

    The bill reduces federal spending by repealing the enhanced oil recovery tax credit.

  • Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced?+4

    By repealing the enhanced oil recovery credit, the bill removes financial support for methods used to increase fossil fuel production.

  • Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+3

    The bill eliminates the incentive to use carbon oxide as a tertiary injectant for enhanced oil recovery.

The opposite

  • Would business owners be better off under this?-6

    The repeal of the enhanced oil recovery credit reduces tax incentives for energy companies and business owners in that sector.

  • Does this cut taxes for small businesses?-5

    The bill repeals the enhanced oil recovery credit, which removes a tax benefit for certain energy-related businesses.

  • Would people in rural areas be better off under this?-3

    The removal of oil recovery credits may negatively impact economies in rural areas dependent on oil production activities.