Preparing Superfund for Climate Change Act of 2026
Sponsored by Schiff, Adam B. (Democrat-CA) · Senate · Introduced Apr 14, 2026
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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)
This bill would modify the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), the federal law that governs cleanup of hazardous waste sites, to require consideration of climate change impacts in cleanup decisions and liability assessments. The specific amendments are not detailed in the title alone, making a complete analysis difficult without the full bill text.
Legislative Status Timeline
Introduced
Apr 14, 2026
In Committee
Apr 14, 2026
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Presidential Action
Pending
Sponsor
Schiff, Adam B.
Independent · CA
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