Highlights:
2021: Stefanik Voted Against Providing Over $3 Billion To Address Climate Change, Including $1.6 Billion For A Green Climate Fund. In July 2021, Stefanik voted against the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2022 which would, according to Congressional Quarterly, “provide $4.6 billion for global health programs, including $760 million for family planning and reproductive health programs. It would provide over $3 billion to address climate change and other environmental issues, including $1.6 billion for a multilateral Green Climate Fund to help developing countries address climate change, $269 million for renewable energy programs, and $125 million to combat wildlife trafficking.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 217-212, thus the bill was sent to the Senate. The bill ultimately became law. [House Vote 243, 7/28/21; Congressional Quarterly, 7/28/21; Congressional Actions, H.R. 4373]
2019: Stefanik Voted For An Amendment To The FY 2020 Minibus That Thwarted Congress’s Ability To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions. In June 2019, Stefanik voted for an amendment that would, according to Congressional Quarterly, “prohibit use of funds made available by the bill to prepare, propose, or promulgate any regulation or guidance referencing analysis contained in certain documents published by the White House council on environmental quality and by the interagency working groups on the social cost of carbon and greenhouse gases.” The vote was on adoption of the amendment. The House rejected the amendment by a vote of 186-248. [House Vote 362, 6/19/19; Congressional Quarterly, 6/19/19; Congressional Actions, H.Amdt.383; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2740]
2022: Stefanik Voted Against An Amendment That Would Have Established An Office Of Climate Resilience At The White House. In July 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023, which would “establish an White House Office of Climate Resilience.” The vote was on the adoption of an amendment. The House rejected the amendment by a vote 207-219. [House Vote 337, 7/14/22; Congressional Quarterly, 7/14/22; Congressional Actions, H.Amdt. 274; Congressional Actions, H.R. 7900]
2016: Stefanik Effectively Voted For The Defense Department’s Climate Change Directive. In June 2016, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “prohibit[ed] use of funds to implement a Defense Department directive related to climate change.” The underlying legislation was an FY 2017 defense appropriations bill. The vote was on the amendment. The House adopted the amendment by a vote of 216 to 205. The House later passed the underlying bill, which included the provision. The Senate later attempted to proceed to the bill, which was rejected. [House Vote 314, 6/16/16; Congressional Quarterly, 6/16/16; Congress.gov, H.R. 5293; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 1195; Congressional Actions, H.R. 5293]
2019: Stefanik Voted Against An Amendment To The FY 2020 Minibus That Prohibited Funds From Being Used For Contributions To International Climate Change Conventions. In June 2019, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would, according to Congressional Quarterly, “clarify that no funds made available by the bill may be used for contributions on behalf of the U.S. to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change, or the Green Climate Fund.” The vote was on adoption of the amendment. The House rejected the amendment by a vote of 174-244. [House Vote 327, 6/18/19; Congressional Quarterly, 6/18/19; Congressional Actions, H.Amdt.343; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2740]
2019: Stefanik Voted Against Funding The Select Committee On The Climate Crisis. In February 2019, Stefanik voted against a motion to order the previous question on a rule that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “provide[d] for House floor consideration of the bill that would make permanent and expand a Veterans Affairs Department program that provides child care assistance to veterans while they are receiving certain VA health care services (HR 840), and that would provide for the automatic agreement in the House to a resolution (H Res 86) that would provide $70,000 for the Select Committee on the Climate Crisis and $50,000 for the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress to cover expenses through March 31, 2019. It would also provide for motions to suspend the rules through the legislative day of Feb. 15, 2019.” The vote was on a motion to order the previous question. The House agreed to the motion by a vote of 227 to 189. [House Vote 68, 2/7/19; Congressional Quarterly, 2/7/19; Congressional Actions, H. Res. 86; Congressional Actions, H. Res. 105]
2016: Stefanik Effectively Voted Against Allowing Federal Agencies To Consider The Impacts Of Climate Change During The Permitting Or Approval Processes For Certain Projects. In May 2016, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “state[d] that [the bill] would not prevent a federal agency from considering potential impacts on climate change during permitting or approval processes undertaken in accordance with the measure.” The underlying bill was an energy policy bill. The vote was on a motion to rcommit. The House rejected the motion by a vote of 178 to 239. [House Vote 249, 5/25/16; Congressional Quarterly, 5/25/16; Congressional Actions, S. 2012]
2015: Stefanik Voted To Prohibit Trade Deals From Requiring Changes To U.S. Law Regarding Climate Change As Part Of Trade Enforcement Legislation. In June 2015, Stefanik voted for legislation that modified U.S. trade objectives to include a requirement that no trade deal could include climate change obligations as part of a trade enforcement bill. According to Congressional Quarterly, the legislation would have “amend[ed] Trade Promotion Authority within HR 1314, once it is enacted, to add additional trade negotiating objectives, including language on: […] Climate Change — To ensure that trade agreements ‘do not require changes to U.S. law or obligate the United States with respect to global warming or climate change.’” The underlying legislation “formally establish[ed] U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in statute […] [and] include[ed] a number of provisions dealing with enforcement of U.S. trade laws, including U.S. intellectual property rights and anti-dumping and countervailing duty laws.” The vote was on a motion to concur with the Senate amendments with an amendment. The House agreed to the amendment by a vote of 240 to 190. The House and Senate later conferenced, and a final version of the bill, with a similar provision, was signed into law. [House Vote 363, 6/12/15; Congressional Quarterly, 6/11/15; Congressional Quarterly, 6/12/15; Congressional Actions, H.R. 644]
2015: Stefanik Voted To Prohibit Future Trade Deals From Requiring Climate Change Obligations As Part Of A Customs And Trade Enforcement Bill. In December 2015, Stefanik voted for legislation that modified future U.S. trade objectives to include a requirement that no trade deal could include climate change obligations as part of a customs and trade enforcement bill. According to Congressional Quarterly, the legislation would have “amend[ed] the Trade Promotion Authority law (PL 114-26) enacted earlier this year to add more negotiating objectives for future trade agreements, including language: […] To ensure that trade agreements ‘do not establish obligations for the United States regarding greenhouse gas emissions measures, including obligations that require changes to U.S. laws or regulations or that would affect the implementation of such laws or regulations,’ other than those fulfilling other negotiating objectives in TPA.” The underlying legislation was a conference report that would have “formally establish[ed] the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and authorize[d] the CBP to use an automated import-export processing system […] strengthen[ed] enforcement of intellectual property rights and […] would [have] permanently ban[ned] state and local taxation of Internet access and ends grandfathered Internet access taxation in seven states.” The vote was on the conference report. The House passed the legislation by a vote of 256 to 158. The Senate then passed the bill, which was signed into law by the president. [House Vote 693, 12/11/15; Congressional Quarterly, 12/11/15; Congressional Quarterly, 12/10/15; Congressional Actions, H.R. 644]
2015: Stefanik Effectively Voted Against Allowing Future Trade Deals To Require Climate Change Obligations As Part Of Future Trade Deals. In December 2015, Stefanik effectively voted against an amendment to a customs and trade enforcement bill that would allow future trade deals to allow climate change obligations. According to Congressional Quarterly, the amendment would have “allow[ed] climate change and human trafficking provisions in trade deals, and that would insist on the currency manipulation provisions included in the Senate amendments, defining currency undervaluation as an illegal subsidy and thereby making it subject to duty laws.” The vote was on a motion to recommit. The House rejected the motion by a vote of 172 to 239. [House Vote 692, 12/11/15; Congressional Quarterly, 12/11/15; Congressional Quarterly, 12/10/15; Congressional Actions, H.R. 644]
2022: Stefanik Voted Against The Inflation Reduction Act. In August 2022, according to the Clerk of the House’s Website, Stefanik voted against the Inflation Reduction Act on a motion to concur in the Senate amendment. [House Vote 420, 8/12/22]
The Inflation Reduction Act Included A Package Of Tax Credits To Incentivize Wind, Solar, And Renewable Energy. According to the Washington Post, “To respond to a rapidly warming planet, Democrats set aside about $370 billion for energy security and climate change. The investments include a bevy of tax credits to incentivize wind, solar and other renewable power sources, while helping people purchase new or used electric vehicles and install energy-efficient heating and cooling systems in their homes.” [Washington Post, 8/7/22]
The Inflation Reduction Act Included Investments To Help People Buy New Or Used Electric Vehicles. According to the Washington Post, “To respond to a rapidly warming planet, Democrats set aside about $370 billion for energy security and climate change. The investments include a bevy of tax credits to incentivize wind, solar and other renewable power sources, while helping people purchase new or used electric vehicles and install energy-efficient heating and cooling systems in their homes.” [Washington Post, 8/7/22]
The Bill Provided $3 Billion For Zero-Emission Vehicles For The U.S. Postal Service. According to Congressional Quarterly, “The bill would provide funding for various activities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote energy-efficient technologies and mitigate the impacts of climate change, including […] $3 billion for zero-emission vehicles for the Postal Service;” [Congressional Quarterly, 8/7/22]
The Inflation Reduction Act Included Increased Tax Credits For New Energy-Efficient Residencies. According to Congressional Quarterly, the Inflation Reduction Act “increase[d] credits for new energy efficient homes.” [Congressional Quarterly, 8/7/22]
The Inflation Reduction Act Included Investments To Help People Implement Energy-Efficient Heating And Cooling Systems In Their Residential Homes. According to the Washington Post, “To respond to a rapidly warming planet, Democrats set aside about $370 billion for energy security and climate change. The investments include a bevy of tax credits to incentivize wind, solar and other renewable power sources, while helping people purchase new or used electric vehicles and install energy-efficient heating and cooling systems in their homes.” [Washington Post, 8/7/22]
The Inflation Reduction Act Provided $3 Billion For Environmental And Climate Justice Block Grants For Community Projects To Address Pollution, Lowering Emissions, Climate Resiliency, And Public Engagement. According to Congressional Quarterly, the Inflation Reduction Act provided “$3 billion for new EPA environmental and climate justice block grants for community-led activities to address pollution, emission reduction, climate resiliency and public engagement.” [Senate Vote 325, 8/7/22; Congressional Quarterly, 8/7/22; Congressional Actions, S.Amdt. 5194; Congressional Actions, H.R. 5376]
The Bill Provided $27 Billion In Grants For State, Local, And Non-Profit Entities To Address Greenhouse Gas Emissions. According to Congressional Quarterly, “The bill would provide funding for various activities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote energy-efficient technologies and mitigate the impacts of climate change, including $27 billion for grants to state, local and nonprofit entities for greenhouse gas emission reduction activities;” [Congressional Quarterly, 8/7/22]
The Bill Provided $9.7 Billion For Zero-Emission Or Carbon Capture Rural Electric Systems. According to Congressional Quarterly, “The bill would provide funding for various activities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote energy-efficient technologies and mitigate the impacts of climate change, including […] $9.7 billion for zero-emission or carbon capture rural electric systems;” [Congressional Quarterly, 8/7/22]
The Bill Provided $1.6 Billion For Methane Emissions Reduction And Mitigation. According to Congressional Quarterly, “The bill would provide funding for various activities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote energy-efficient technologies and mitigate the impacts of climate change, including […] $1.6 billion for methane emissions reduction and mitigation.” [Congressional Quarterly, 8/7/22]
The Inflation Reduction Act Created A $1.5 Billion Program That Included Incentives For Companies That Reduce Methane Emissions And Penalties For Companies That Do Not Mitigate Methane Emissions. According to the Washington Post, “The bill creates a $1.5 billion program that includes new payments for companies that cut emissions of methane, a potent greenhouse gas, with some penalties for those firms that do not.” [Washington Post, 8/7/22]
The Bill Reinstated The Superfund Tax On Crude Oil At A Higher Tax Rate To Support The Clean-Up Of Contaminated And Polluted Sites. According to Congressional Quarterly, “The measure would also reinstate the lapsed ‘Superfund’ tax on oil producers and importers at a higher rate, with the money going to help clean up contaminated sites.” [Congressional Quarterly, 8/7/22]
2023: Stefanik Voted To Repeal Several Climate-Related And Energy Efficiency Programs And Provisions Established By The Inflation Reduction Act. In March 2023, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for the Lower Energy Costs Act, which would “repeal certain climate-related programs established by the 2022 budget reconciliation package, including the $27 billion ‘Greenhouse Gas Reduction’ fund to support low- and zero-carbon projects, a program imposing fees on methane emissions from oil and gas drilling sites on federal lands, and energy rebate programs to incentivize energy-efficient homes and buildings.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 225 to 204, thus the bill was sent to the Senate for their consideration. [House Vote 182, 3/30/23; Congressional Quarterly, 3/30/23; Congressional Actions, H.R. 1]
2023: Stefanik Voted For A GOP Debt Limit Package, Which Would Repeal Several Climate Tax Credits Under The Inflation Reduction Act, Especially The Tax Credits For Solar And Wind Projects, Sustainable Aviation Fuel And Clean Fuel Production. In April 2023, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for the Limit, Save, Grow Act of 2023, which “Among energy- and climate-focused provisions, the bill would repeal, phase out or narrow a variety of climate-focused tax credits under the fiscal 2022 reconciliation package, including repealing new credits for solar and wind projects, sustainable aviation fuel and clean fuel production.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 217 to 215, thus the bill was sent to the Senate. [House Vote 199, 4/26/23; Congressional Quarterly, 4/26/23; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2811]
2021: Stefanik Voted For Striking Provisions Including The Authorization Of Funding For A Low-Income Drinking Water Assistance Program, A Low-Income Wastewater Assistance Program, Funding For Railroad-Related Entities, And The Apportionment Of A Carbon Pollution Reduction Program. In June 2021, Stefanik voted for en bloc amendments no.3 to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act which would, according to Congressional Quarterly, “strike from the bill provisions that would authorize $4 billion for a low-income drinking water assistance program and $4 billion for a low-income wastewater assistance program; strike a section to authorize funding for multiple railroad-related entities, including Amtrak; prohibit the use of federal funds to expand the Amtrak network beyond the routes and stations served by Amtrak on the date of the bill's enactment; strike from the bill provisions that would establish and provide apportionment for a carbon pollution reduction program to support the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from the surface transportation system; and strike the drinking water division of the bill and insert text that would reauthorize twelve drinking water assistance programs at current levels through fiscal 2026.” The vote was on adoption of amendments. The House rejected the amendments by a vote of 180-226. [House Vote 202, 6/30/21; Congressional Quarterly, 6/30/21; Congressional Actions, H.Amdt. 69; Congressional Actions, H.R. 3684]
The Infrastructure Law Established The Clean Energy And Sustainability Accelerator, Which Would Facilitate The Distribution Of Emissions Reduction Technologies. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, according to Congressional Quarterly, “establish[ed] an independent nonprofit known as the Clean Energy and Sustainability Accelerator to facilitate the deployment of emissions reduction technologies, requiring the Energy Department to transfer $50 billion to the accelerator upon establishment and $10 billion annually for the subsequent five years.” [Congressional Quarterly, 7/1/21]
The Infrastructure Law Gave The Energy Department About $62 Billion For Clean Energy Demonstration Projects, Energy Efficiency And Renewable Energy Programs, Power Grid Resilience, And Electricity Projects, And Fossil Energy And Carbon Management, And Various Program Expansions To Incentivize Clean Energy. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, according to Congressional Quarterly, “provide[d] approximately $62 billion for the Energy Department, including $21.5 billion for clean energy demonstration projects, $16.3 billion for energy efficiency and renewable energy programs, $8 billion for power grid resilience and other electricity projects, and $7.5 billion for fossil energy and carbon management. It would authorize or expand several programs to incentivize clean energy manufacturing, development and adoption.” The vote was on a motion to concur in the Senate amendment. The House concurred with the Senate by a vote of 228-206, thus the bill was sent to the President and ultimately became law. [House Vote 369, 11/5/21; Congressional Quarterly, 11/5/21; Congressional Actions, S.Amdt. 2137; Congressional Actions, H.R. 3684]
According To The White House, $65 Billion Would Be Invested To Rebuild The Electric Grid. According to CNN, “The bill would invest $65 billion to rebuild the electric grid, according to the White House. It calls for building thousands of miles of new power lines and expanding renewable energy, the White House said.” [CNN, 11/5/21]
The Infrastructure Law Required The Environmental Protection Agency To Require Wastewater Infrastructure Fund Applicants To Analyze The Potential Impacts Of Climate Change On Their Proposed Projects And Develop Mitigation Strategies. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, according to Congressional Quarterly, “require[d] the EPA, within 18 months of the bill's enactment, to issue regulations requiring wastewater infrastructure fund applicants to assess the potential impact of climate change on the proposed project and incorporate measures to mitigate such impacts into the project design. It would require the EPA, in issuing the regulations, to consult with government agencies and stakeholders with experience in addressing climate change impacts on wastewater infrastructure projects and to identify entities to provide technical assistance to applicants to incorporate climate resilience measures.” [ Congressional Quarterly, 7/1/21]
The Infrastructure Law Funded Climate Change Response And Environmental Remediation, Including Funds For Abandoned Mine Land And Water Reclamation Projects, Wildfire Management, EPA Hazardous Substance Superfund, And FEMA Flood Mitigation. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, according to Congressional Quarterly, “provide[d] funding for climate change response and environmental remediation, including; $11.3 billion for abandoned mine land and water reclamation projects, approximately $5.75 billion for wildfire management, $3.5 billion for the EPA hazardous substance superfund and $3.5 billion for FEMA flood mitigation.” [Congressional Quarterly, 11/5/21]
The Measure Would Invest $21 Billion To Straighten Superfund And Brownfield Sites, Regain Abandoned Mine Land, And Limit Orphaned Gas Wells. According to CNN, “The bill would provide $21 billion to clean up Superfund and brownfield sites, reclaim abandoned mine land and cap orphaned gas wells, according to the White House.” [CNN, 11/5/21]
The Infrastructure Law Authorized More Than $117.5 Billion For Drinking Water Infrastructure And $54.4 Billion For Wastewater Treatment Infrastructure, Which Would Provide Funds For The Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, A Low-Income Drinking Water Assistance Program, A Low-Income Wastewater Assistance Program, The Replacement Of Lead Service Lines, And The Improvement Of Water Sanitation Facilities. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, according to Congressional Quarterly, “authorize[d] more than $117.5 billion for drinking water infrastructure and $54.4 billion for wastewater treatment infrastructure over ten years. It would authorize $53 billion through 2031 for the EPA Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, which provides grants to states to provide loans and other financial assistance to public water systems, and increase the maximum percentage of such funding states may use to assist disadvantaged communities. It would authorize $4.5 billion annually through fiscal 2031 for grants to states to replace lead service lines; $4 billion available until expended for a low-income drinking water assistance program. It would authorize $40 billion through fiscal 2026 for the EPA Clean Water State Revolving Fund, which provides grants to states to provide loans and other financial assistance related to water treatment infrastructure projects. It would authorize $4 billion for a low-income wastewater assistance program, available until expended. It would authorize $2.6 billion to improve water sanitation facilities funded by the Indian Health Service.” [Congressional Quarterly, 7/1/21]
The Infrastructure Law Authorized $500 Million Through FY 3031 Annually For Community Water System Per- And Polyfluoroalkyl Substances Treatment Grants, And Against Directing The EPA To Establish National Primary Drinking Water Regulations For Contaminants. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, according to Congressional Quarterly, “authorize[d] $500 million annually through fiscal 2031 for community water system PFAS treatment grants. It would require the EPA to set national primary drinking water regulations for contaminants including per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, microcystin toxin, chromium-6 and 1,4-dioxane.” [ Congressional Quarterly, 7/1/21]
The Infrastructure Law Included About $55 Billion For Water Infrastructure And Safety, Including Funds For The Clean Water State Revolving Fund And The Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, Which Would Replace Lead Service Lines And Address Per- And Polyfluoroalkyl Substances And Contaminants. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, according to Congressional Quarterly, “provide[d] approximately $55 billion for water infrastructure and safety, including $30.7 billion for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, including $15 billion to replace lead service lines and $4 billion to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances and other emerging contaminants; and $12.7 billion for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund.” [Congressional Quarterly, 11/5/21]
STEFANIK VOTED AGAINST THE AMERICA COMPETES ACT
2022: Stefanik Voted Against The America COMPETES Act. In February 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against the America COMPETES Act, which in part would “include various provisions related to global action on climate change, including to establish an interagency task force to monitor climate change in relation to national security risks and authorize $8 billion through fiscal 2023 for contributions to the U.N. Green Climate Fund.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 222-210. The bill was passed in the Senate and differences are being resolved. [House Vote 31, 2/4/22; Congressional Quarterly, 2/4/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 4521]
The America COMPETES Act Authorized $8 Billion For The Green Climate Fund. In May 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Rubio voted for the “motion to instruct Senate conferees to insist on the exclusion of provisions from the House-passed legislation that would authorize $8 billion through fiscal 2023 for the Green Climate Fund; establish a State Department program to provide assistance to developing countries related to climate change adaptation, mitigation and security; express the sense of Congress related to climate change response, including to state that the United States should implement the Paris climate agreement; and establish a State Department task force to coordinate a whole-of-government response to climate change.” The vote was on a motion to instruct. The Senate rejected the motion by a vote of 48-49. [Senate Vote 150, 5/4/22; Congressional Quarterly, 5/4/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 4521]
The America COMPETES Act Created A State Department Program To Assist Developing Countries Related To Climate Change. In May 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Rubio voted for the “motion to instruct Senate conferees to insist on the exclusion of provisions from the House-passed legislation that would authorize $8 billion through fiscal 2023 for the Green Climate Fund; establish a State Department program to provide assistance to developing countries related to climate change adaptation, mitigation and security; express the sense of Congress related to climate change response, including to state that the United States should implement the Paris climate agreement; and establish a State Department task force to coordinate a whole-of-government response to climate change.” The vote was on a motion to instruct. The Senate rejected the motion by a vote of 48-49. [Senate Vote 150, 5/4/22; Congressional Quarterly, 5/4/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 4521]
The America COMPETES Act Called For The State Department To Create A Task Force To Coordinate Climate Change Responses. In May 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Rubio voted for the “motion to instruct Senate conferees to insist on the exclusion of provisions from the House-passed legislation that would authorize $8 billion through fiscal 2023 for the Green Climate Fund; establish a State Department program to provide assistance to developing countries related to climate change adaptation, mitigation and security; express the sense of Congress related to climate change response, including to state that the United States should implement the Paris climate agreement; and establish a State Department task force to coordinate a whole-of-government response to climate change.” The vote was on a motion to instruct. The Senate rejected the motion by a vote of 48-49. [Senate Vote 150, 5/4/22; Congressional Quarterly, 5/4/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 4521]
The America COMPETES Act Expressed That The U.S. Should Implement The Paris Climate Agreement. In May 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Rubio voted for the “motion to instruct Senate conferees to insist on the exclusion of provisions from the House-passed legislation that would authorize $8 billion through fiscal 2023 for the Green Climate Fund; establish a State Department program to provide assistance to developing countries related to climate change adaptation, mitigation and security; express the sense of Congress related to climate change response, including to state that the United States should implement the Paris climate agreement; and establish a State Department task force to coordinate a whole-of-government response to climate change.” The vote was on a motion to instruct. The Senate rejected the motion by a vote of 48-49. [Senate Vote 150, 5/4/22; Congressional Quarterly, 5/4/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 4521]
2022: Stefanik Voted Against The FY 2023 Omnibus Spending Package, Which Provided $54 Billion For The Department Of Energy And Federal Water Projects. In December 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against concurring with the Senate amendment to the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, which would “provide approximately $25.5 billion for the Agriculture Department and related agencies; $82.4 billion for the Commerce and Justice departments and science and related agencies; $797.7 billion for the Defense Department; $54 billion for the Energy Department and federal water projects; $27.6 billion for the Treasury Department, federal judiciary and a number of executive agencies; $60.7 billion for the Homeland Security Department; $38.9 billion for the Interior Department, EPA and related agencies; $207.4 billion for the Labor, Health and Human Services and Education departments and related agencies; $6.9 billion for legislative branch entities; $154.2 billion for the Veterans Affairs Department, military construction, and related agencies; $59.7 billion for the State Department and related agencies; and $87.3 billion for the Transportation and Housing and Urban Development departments and related agencies.” The vote was on a motion to concur. The House concurred with the Senate amendment by a vote of 225-201, thus the bill was sent to President Biden and ultimately became law. [House Vote 549, 12/23/22; Congressional Quarterly, 12/23/22; Congressional Actions, S.Amdt. 6552; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2617]
2022: Stefanik Voted Against Appropriating $48.2 Billion To The Energy Department For FY 2023, Including $21.2 Billion For The National Nuclear Security Administration, $7.9 Billion For Environmental Cleanup Activities, And $4 Billion For Energy Efficiency And Renewable Energy. In July 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023, which would “provide $48.2 billion for the Energy Department, including $21.2 billion for the National Nuclear Security Administration; $7.9 billion for environmental cleanup; and $4 billion for energy efficiency and renewable energy.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote 220-207, thus the bill was sent to the Senate. The Senate did not take substantive action on the legislation. Congress passed and signed into law the FY 2023 Budget through H.R. 2617. [House Vote 383, 7/20/22; Congressional Quarterly, 7/20/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 8294]
2022: Stefanik Voted Against The FY 2023 Omnibus Spending Package, Which Provided $38.9 Billion For The Interior Department, Environmental Protection Agency And Related Agencies. In December 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against concurring with the Senate amendment to the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, which would “provide approximately $25.5 billion for the Agriculture Department and related agencies; $82.4 billion for the Commerce and Justice departments and science and related agencies; $797.7 billion for the Defense Department; $54 billion for the Energy Department and federal water projects; $27.6 billion for the Treasury Department, federal judiciary and a number of executive agencies; $60.7 billion for the Homeland Security Department; $38.9 billion for the Interior Department, EPA and related agencies; $207.4 billion for the Labor, Health and Human Services and Education departments and related agencies; $6.9 billion for legislative branch entities; $154.2 billion for the Veterans Affairs Department, military construction, and related agencies; $59.7 billion for the State Department and related agencies; and $87.3 billion for the Transportation and Housing and Urban Development departments and related agencies.” The vote was on a motion to concur. The House concurred with the Senate amendment by a vote of 225-201, thus the bill was sent to President Biden and ultimately became law. [House Vote 549, 12/23/22; Congressional Quarterly, 12/23/22; Congressional Actions, S.Amdt. 6552; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2617]
2022: Stefanik Voted Against Appropriating $16.7 Billion To The Interior Department For FY 2023, Including $3.6 Billion For The National Park Service. In July 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023, which would “provide $16.7 billion for the Interior Department, including $3.6 billion for the National Park Service.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote 220-207, thus the bill was sent to the Senate. The Senate did not take substantive action on the legislation. Congress passed and signed into law the FY 2023 Budget through H.R. 2617. [House Vote 383, 7/20/22; Congressional Quarterly, 7/20/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 8294]
2022: Stefanik Voted Against Appropriating $11.5 Billion To The Environmental Protection Agency For FY 2023, Including Increased Funds For Compliance And Enforcement, Clean Air Activities, And Environmental Justice Programs. In July 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023, which would provide “$11.5 billion for the EPA, including increased funding for enforcement and compliance activities, clean air activities and environmental justice programs.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote 220-207, thus the bill was sent to the Senate. The Senate did not take substantive action on the legislation. Congress passed and signed into law the FY 2023 Budget through H.R. 2617. [House Vote 383, 7/20/22; Congressional Quarterly, 7/20/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 8294]
2022: Stefanik Voted For An Amendment That Would Have Decreased Funding For EPA Environmental Programs And Management By $294.9 Million, In Particular Environmental Justice Implementation And Training Grants. In July 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for en bloc amendments no. 5 to the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023, which would, in part, “reduce funding for EPA environmental programs and management by $294.9 million, intended to reduce funding for environmental justice implementation and training grants.” The vote was on the adoption of amendments. The House rejected the amendments by a vote 197-230. [House Vote 371, 7/19/22; Congressional Quarterly, 7/19/22; Congressional Actions, H.Amdt. 297; Congressional Actions, H.R. 8294]
2017: Stefanik Voted Against Increasing EPA Funding By $1 Million. In September 2017, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “decrease[d] the Department of the Interior Office of the Secretary funding by $1 million, and would [have] increase[d] funding for the EPA by the same amount.” The underlying legislation was a legislative vehicle for an FY 2018 Omnibus appropriations bill. The House rejected the amendment by a vote of 190 to 218. [House Vote 473, 9/7/17; Congressional Quarterly, 9/7/17; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 339; Congressional Actions, H.R. 3354]
2015: Stefanik Voted Against An Amendment That Would Have Increased EPA Funding For Oil Spill Programs By $5 Million. In July 2015, Stefanik voted against an amendment increasing funding for the EPA’s Oil Spill Programs by $5 million. According to Congressional Quarterly, the amendment would have, “increase funding for EPA Inland Oil Spill Programs by $5 million, offset by an equal reduction to the Interior Department's Bureau of Ocean Energy Management.” The underlying measure was the FY 2016 Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. The vote was on the amendment. The House rejected the amendment 184 to 243. [House Vote 394, 7/8/15; Congressional Quarterly, 7/8/15; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 544; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2822]
2015: Stefanik Voted For Immediately Authorizing Construction, Operating, and Maintenance Of The Keystone XL Pipeline. In February 2015, Stefanik voted for legislation to immediately authorizing constructing the Keystone XL pipeline. According to Congressional Quarterly, “this bill immediately authorizes the construction, operation and maintenance of the Keystone XL pipeline — including the pipeline itself and cross-border facilities as described in TransCanada's 2012 application, and any revisions to the pipeline route within Nebraska as required or authorized by the state. Under the measure, the January 2014 environmental impact statement issued by the State Department would be considered sufficient to satisfy all requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the Endangered Species Act. It grants to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia exclusive jurisdiction regarding legal disputes over the pipeline or the constitutionality of this bill. […] [T]he measure also includes provisions to encourage energy-efficient practices in commercial real estate buildings, to help local schools finance and conduct projects to make them more energy-efficient and to allow certain large ‘grid enabled’ electric water heaters to continue to be used in certain rural areas. It also includes provisions expressing the sense of the Senate that climate change is real and that Canadian oil transported through the Keystone pipeline should be subject to the federal oil spill liability excise tax.” The vote was on passage. The bill passed the House by a vote of 270 to 152. The Senate earlier passed the bill. President Obama vetoed the legislation and the Senate failed to override his veto. [House Vote 75, 2/11/15; Congressional Quarterly, Accessed 10/1/15; Congressional Quarterly, 2/6/15; The Hill, 2/24/15; Congressional Actions, S. 1]
2015: Stefanik Voted To Approve Construction Of The Keystone XL Pipeline. In January 2015, Stefanik voted for a bill that, according to Congressional Quarterly, allow TransCanada to construct, connect, operate and maintain the pipeline and cross-border facilities known as the Keystone XL pipeline, including any revision to the pipeline route within Nebraska as required or authorized by the state. It also would consider the January 2014 environmental impact statement issued by the State Department sufficient to satisfy all requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act and the Endangered Species Act. It also would grant the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia exclusive jurisdiction regarding legal disputes over the pipeline or the constitutionality of the bill.” The House passed the bill by a vote of 266 to 153; the bill was then sent to the Senate, which took no substantive action on it. [House Vote 16, 1/9/15; Congressional Quarterly, 11/17/14; Congressional Quarterly, Accessed 9/30/15; Congressional Actions, H.R. 3]
2023: Stefanik Voted For A GOP Debt Limit Package, Which Would Include The Lower Energy Costs Act To Boost Domestic Production Of Fossil Fuels And Critical Minerals, Streamline Natural Gas Pipeline Construction, And Repeal Biden Administration Energy And Climate Change Policies. In April 2023, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for the Limit, Save, Grow Act of 2023, which would “also include a range of provisions to limit federal spending, as well as the text of a previously passed energy and permitting policy package. […] It would also include the full text of the House-passed energy and permitting package (HR 1) that would require a number of actions to boost the domestic production of fossil fuels and certain critical minerals and accelerate the construction of natural gas pipelines and other energy infrastructure, while reversing or repealing certain presidential actions taken and laws enacted during the Biden administration related to energy policy and climate change.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 217 to 215, thus the bill was sent to the Senate. [House Vote 199, 4/26/23; Congressional Quarterly, 4/26/23; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2811]
2023: Stefanik Voted For The Lower Energy Costs Act, Which Sought To Boost Domestic Production Of Fossil Fuels And Critical Minerals, Streamline Natural Gas Pipeline Construction, And Repeal Biden Administration Energy And Climate Change Policies. In March 2023, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for the Lower Energy Costs Act, which would “require a number of actions to boost the domestic production of fossil fuels and critical minerals, accelerate the construction of natural gas pipelines and other energy infrastructure, and reverse or repeal certain recent policies related to energy and climate change.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 225 to 204, thus the bill was sent to the Senate for their consideration. [House Vote 182, 3/30/23; Congressional Quarterly, 3/30/23; Congressional Actions, H.R. 1]
2023: Stefanik Voted To Prohibit The President From Declaring A Moratorium On Fracking And From Taking Actions That Would Delay New Leases, Sales And Drilling Permits For Oil And Gas, Coal Or Mineral Exploration. In March 2023, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for the Lower Energy Costs Act, which would “prohibit the president from declaring a moratorium on the use of hydraulic fracturing and from taking any action that would delay new leases, sales and drill permits for oil and gas, coal or mineral exploration.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 225 to 204, thus the bill was sent to the Senate for their consideration. [House Vote 182, 3/30/23; Congressional Quarterly, 3/30/23; Congressional Actions, H.R. 1]
2023: Stefanik Voted To Remove Restrictions On The Import And Export Of Liquefied Natural Gas. In March 2023, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for the Lower Energy Costs Act, which would “remove restrictions on the import and export of liquefied natural gas.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 225 to 204, thus the bill was sent to the Senate for their consideration. [House Vote 182, 3/30/23; Congressional Quarterly, 3/30/23; Congressional Actions, H.R. 1]
2023: Stefanik Effectively Voted For The Unlocking Our Domestic LNG Potential Act. In September 2023, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for the “motion to order the previous question (thus ending debate and possibility of amendment) on the rule (H Res 712) that would provide for floor consideration of […] the Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act (HR 1130).” The motion was on the previous question. The House agreed to the motion by a vote of 212 to 216. [House Vote 403, 9/21/23; Congressional Quarterly, 9/21/23; Congressional Actions, H.Res. 712]
2023: Stefanik Effectively Voted For The Unlocking Our Domestic LNG Potential Act. In September 2023, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for the “motion to order the previous question (thus ending debate and possibility of amendment) on the rule (H Res 712) that would provide for floor consideration of […] the Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act (HR 1130).” The motion was on the previous question. The House agreed to the motion by a vote of 216 to 202. [House Vote 402, 9/21/23; Congressional Quarterly, 9/21/23; Congressional Actions, H.Res. 712]
2020: Stefanik Voted Against A $135 Billion Spending Package On Renewable Energy Programs. In September 2020, Stefanik voted against the Expanding Access to Sustainable Energy Act that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “authorize[d] Energy Department activities and programs related to renewable and alternative energy, energy efficiency, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and energy infrastructure and workforce development. It would authorize or reauthorize a wide range of DOE research and development programs through fiscal 2025, including to authorize over $5.5 billion for programs related to renewable energy technologies, including solar, wind, geothermal and water power; $3.5 billion for programs to modernize and improve the national electric grid; a number of carbon reduction programs, including $3.2 billion for a carbon storage program; and a number of nuclear energy programs, including $174 million to support the availability of high-assay low enriched uranium […] It would require all federal agencies to assess public health impacts of proposed actions that may affect communities disproportionately impacted by environmental hazards; require the EPA to take actions to identify disproportionate health and environmental effects on communities of color and low-income communities; and authorize $5 billion through fiscal 2025 for grants to local governments or nonprofits for environmental justice projects.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 220-185. The Senate did not take action on the bill. [House Vote 206, 9/24/20; Congressional Quarterly, 9/24/20; Congressional Actions, H.R.4447]
2020: Stefanik Voted Against Increasing Funding For The Efficiency And Renewable Energy Division At The DOE By 50%. In September 2020, Stefanik voted against an amendment to a renewable energy package that would, according to Congressional Quarterly, “increase energy efficiency and renewable energy funding authorization levels by 50% annually through fiscal 2025 for Energy Department research and development activities related to solar, wind, and water energy. It also would add authorization totals for research, development, demonstration, and commercialization activities under the Energy Department's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy through fiscal 2025, authorizing $3.2 billion in fiscal 2021 increasing incrementally to $3.4 billion in fiscal 2025.” The vote was on adoption. The House adopted the amendment by a vote of 235-173. [House Vote 203, 9/24/20; Congressional Quarterly, 9/24/20; Congressional Actions, H.Amdt.892; Congressional Actions, H.R.4447]
2015: Stefanik Voted Against An Amendment That Would Increase Funding For Renewable And Efficient Energy By $26 Million And Cut Funding For Fossil Fuels By $34 Million. In April 2015, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would increase funding for energy efficiency and renewable energy by $26 million and cut funding for fossil fuels by $34 million. According to Congressional Quarterly, the amendment would, “increase funding for energy efficiency and renewable energy by $26 million and reduce funding for fossil energy by $34 million.” The underlying bill would have made, according to Congressional Quarterly, “appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, and for other purposes.” The vote was on the amendment. The House rejected the amendment 173 to 248. [House Vote 198, 4/30/15; Congressional Quarterly, 4/30/15; Congressional Quarterly, Accessed 10/2/15; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 167; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2028]
2022: Stefanik Voted Against An Amendment That Reallocated $1 Million To The Bureau Of Ocean Energy Management’s Office Of Renewable Energy Programs To Support Energy Development. In July 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against en bloc amendments no. 5 to the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023, which would, in part, “reallocate $1 million to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, intended for the Office of Renewable Energy Programs to support wind energy development.” The vote was on the adoption of amendments. The House adopted the amendments by a vote 224-204. [House Vote 372, 7/19/22; Congressional Quarterly, 7/19/22; Congressional Actions, H.Amdt. 298; Congressional Actions, H.R. 8294]
2017: Stefanik Voted Against Reducing Funding For Fossil Fuel Research And Development By $355 Million And Against Increasing Funding For Energy Efficiently And Renewable Energy By $177 Million. In July 2017, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “increase[d] by $177 million funding to the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy account and would [have] reduce[d] by $355 million funding to the Fossil Fuel Research and Development account.” The underlying legislation was an FY 18 ‘minibus’ appropriations bill. The House rejected the amendment by a vote of 181 to 246. [House Vote 420, 7/26/17; Congressional Quarterly, 7/26/17; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 234; Congressional Actions, H.R. 3219]
2015: Stefanik Voted Against An Amendment That Would Increase Funding For Renewable And Efficient Energy By $26 Million And Cut Funding For Fossil Fuels By $34 Million. In April 2015, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would increase funding for energy efficiency and renewable energy by $26 million and cut funding for fossil fuels by $34 million. According to Congressional Quarterly, the amendment would, “increase funding for energy efficiency and renewable energy by $26 million and reduce funding for fossil energy by $34 million.” The underlying bill would have made, according to Congressional Quarterly, “appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, and for other purposes.” The vote was on the amendment. The House rejected the amendment 173 to 248. [House Vote 198, 4/30/15; Congressional Quarterly, 4/30/15; Congressional Quarterly, Accessed 10/2/15; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 167; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2028]
2015: Stefanik Effectively Voted Against Stating That Because Of Climate Change, U.S. Energy Policy Should Seek To Remove Market Barriers For Renewable Energy. In December 2015, Stefanik effectively voted against an amendment that stated “In response to the overwhelming scientific consensus that climate change is real, United States energy policy should seek to remove market barriers that inhibit the development of renewable energy infrastructure.” The underlying legislation was H.R. 8, an energy security and infrastructure bill. The vote was on a motion to recommit. The House rejected the motion by a vote of 180 to 243. [House Vote 671, 12/3/15; Congressional Record, 12/3/15; Congressional Actions, H.R. 8]
2015: Stefanik Voted Against Reauthorizing The Weatherization Assistance Program And The State Energy Program. In December 2015, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “reauthorize[d] the Weatherization Assistance Program, under the Energy Conservation and Production Act, and the State Energy Program, under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, through FY 2020.” The underlying legislation was H.R. 8, an energy security and infrastructure bill. The vote was on the amendment. The House rejected the amendment by a vote of 198 to 224. [House Vote 661, 12/2/15; Congressional Quarterly, 12/2/15; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 858; Congressional Actions, H.R 8]
The Weatherization Assistance Program Provided Grants To States In Order To Improve Energy Efficiency To Low-Income Families’ Homes While Reducing The Energy Bills Of More Than 7 Million Families. According to the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, “The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Weatherization Assistance Program provides grants to states, territories, and some Indian tribes to improve the energy efficiency of the homes of low-income families. These governments, in turn, contract with local governments and nonprofit agencies to provide weatherization services to those in need using the latest technologies for home energy upgrades. Since the program began in 1976, DOE has helped improve the lives of than 7 million families by reducing their energy bills.” [Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Accessed 3/22/15]
The State Energy Program Provided Funding To States To Help Them Advance The State’s Clean Energy Economy. According to the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, “The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) State Energy Program (SEP) provides funding and technical assistance to state and territory energy offices to help them advance their clean energy economy while contributing to national energy goals. […] SEP also provides leadership to maximize the benefits of energy efficiency and renewable energy in each state through communications and outreach activities and technology deployment, and by providing access to new partnerships and resources.” [Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Accessed 3/22/15]
2015: Stefanik Voted To Prohibit Funds To Implement Or Enforce Energy Efficiency Standards Regarding Light Bulbs. In April 2015, Stefanik voted for an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “prohibit[ed] funds from being used to implement or enforce energy efficiency standards regarding incandescent light bulbs and other incandescent light sources.” The underlying legislation was H.R. 2028, the FY 2016 Energy and Water Development appropriations bill. The House approved the amendment by a vote of 232 to 189. The underlying measure was later passed by the House, but died in the Senate. The Congress eventually passed an Omnibus which “prohibits the Energy Department from enforcing federal light bulb efficiency standards.” [House Vote 207, 4/30/15; Congressional Quarterly, 4/30/15; Congressional Quarterly, 12/17/15; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2029; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 192; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2028]
2015: Stefanik Voted Against Continuing Current Targets For Reducing Fossil Fuel Energy Usage In Federal Buildings. In December 2015, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “continue[d] currently enacted targets for reducing energy from fossil fuels in federal buildings.” The underlying legislation was H.R. 8, an energy security and infrastructure bill. The vote was on the amendment. The House rejected the amendment by a vote of 172 to 246. [House Vote 659, 12/2/15; Congressional Quarterly, 12/2/15; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 853; Congressional Actions, H.R. 8]
2022: Stefanik Voted For An Amendment That Would Have Removed $100,000 In Funding For Electric Vehicle Procurement. In July 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for en bloc amendments no. 5 to the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023, which would, in part, “strike $100,000 in funding for electric vehicle procurement.” The vote was on the adoption of amendments. The House rejected the amendments by a vote 197-230. [House Vote 371, 7/19/22; Congressional Quarterly, 7/19/22; Congressional Actions, H.Amdt. 297; Congressional Actions, H.R. 8294]
2023: Stefanik Voted To Disapprove An EPA Rule That Imposed Stricter Emissions Standards On Heavy-Duty Vehicles. In May 2023, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for a joint resolution that would “provide for congressional disapproval of the January 2023 EPA rule imposing more stringent emissions standards on heavy-duty engines and vehicles. The rule requires heavy-duty vehicles, starting in model year 2027, to comply with reduced emissions limits of nitrogen oxides and other pollutants, both in real-world conditions and laboratory-tested scenarios. It would also lengthen the period during the engine's operational life when the reduced emissions standard must be met. According to the EPA, the rule will reduce nitrogen oxide emissions from heavy-duty trucks by almost 50 percent by 2045. The EPA rule took effect on March 27, 2023. Under the joint resolution, the rule would have no force or effect.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the resolution by a vote of 221 to 203, thus the resolution was sent to the President. President Biden vetoed the resolution. The Senate failed to override the veto, thus the veto was sustained. [House Vote 232, 5/23/23; Congressional Quarterly, 5/23/23; Congressional Actions, S.J. Res. 11]
2016: Stefanik Voted To Delay The National Standards That The EPA Set For Hazardous Air Pollutants For Brick Manufacturing. In March 2016, Stefanik voted for a bill that would delay until all judicial reviews are complete the EPA’s rule on brick manufacturing. According to Congressional Quarterly, the legislation would have “delay[ed] compliance dates for the Environmental Protection Agency’s 2015 rule that set national emissions standards for hazardous air pollutants for the manufacturing of brick, structural clay products and clay ceramics. The bill would delay compliance dates until completion of judicial reviews in which legal actions were filed within 60 days of the final rule's publication in the Federal Register. The bill also would apply to any final rule that succeeds or changes the 2015 rule.” The vote was on the bill. The House passed the bill by a vote of 238 to 163. The Senate has taken no substantive action on the bill. [House Vote 109, 3/3/16; Congressional Quarterly, 3/3/16; Congressional Actions, H.R. 4557]
2016: Stefanik Voted Against Requiring The EPA To List Hydrogen Sulfide As A Hazardous Air Pollutant. In June 2016, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “require[d] the EPA to issue a rule that would add hydrogen sulfide to the list of hazardous air pollutants.” The underlying legislation would have, also according to Congressional Quarterly, “delay[ed] implementation of the EPA’s 2015 air quality standards for ozone from 2017 until 2025.” The vote was on the amendment. The House rejected the amendment by a vote of 160 to 251. [House Vote 279, 6/8/16; Congressional Quarterly, 6/8/16; Congressional Quarterly, 6/8/16; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 1154; Congressional Actions, H.R. 4775]
2017: Stefanik Voted Against Requiring The EPA To List Hydrogen Sulfide As A Hazardous Air Pollutant. In July 2017, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “require[d] the EPA to issue a rule adding hydrogen sulfide to the list of hazardous air pollutants.” The underlying legislation would have, also according to Congressional Quarterly, “extend[ed] for eight years the deadline for the EPA to implement new National Ambient Air Quality Standards for ground-level ozone.” The vote was on the amendment. The House rejected the amendment by a vote of 186 to 242. [House Vote 388, 7/18/17; Congressional Quarterly, 7/18/17; Congressional Quarterly, 7/18/17; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 201; Congressional Actions, H.R. 806]
2016: Stefanik Voted Against Funding The EPA’s Ability To Develop Rules Relating To Methane Emissions. In July 2016, Stefanik voted for an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “remove[ed] the bill’s provisions prohibiting the use of funds by the Environmental Protection Agency to develop rules or guidelines relating to methane emissions.” The underlying legislation was an FY 2017 interior and environment appropriations bill. The vote was on the amendment. The House rejected the amendment by a vote of 187 to 240. The House later passed the bill, but the Senate took no substantive action on the legislation. [House Vote 434, 7/13/16; Congressional Quarterly, 7/13/16; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 1309; Congressional Actions, H.R. 5538]
2017: Stefanik Voted To Disapprove The Stream Buffer Rule. In February 2017, Stefanik voted for disapproving the Stream Buffer Rule via the Congressional Review Act. According to Congressional Quarterly, “This resolution disapproves the rule issued by the Labor Department on Dec. 20, 2016 (commonly known as the Stream Buffer rule) that requires surface coal mining operations to be designed to minimize the amount of waste placed outside the mined-out area. The measure provides that the rule will have no force or effect.” The vote was on the legislation. The House agreed to the legislation by a vote of 228 to 194. The Senate later passed the legislation, which President Trump signed into law. [House Vote 73, 2/1/17; Congressional Quarterly, 1/27/17; Congressional Actions, H. J. Res. 38]
2016: Stefanik Voted Against Finalizing Or Implementing The Stream Buffer Zone Rule. In July 2016, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “remove[d] the bill’s prohibition on finalizing or implementing proposed Interior Department rules that would require a ‘stream buffer zone’ between a mining operation and a surface body of water for the purposes of preventing river contamination.” The underlying legislation was an FY 2017 interior and environment appropriations bill. The House rejected the amendment by a vote of 190 to 235. The House later passed the underlying bill, but the Senate took no substantive action on the legislation. [House Vote 421, 7/12/16; Congressional Quarterly, 7/12/16; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 1288; Congressional Actions, H.R. 5538]
2016: Stefanik Voted To Delay The Stream Buffer Rule For At Least Three Years. In January 2016, Stefanik voted for legislation to delay the stream buffer rule for at least three years. According to Congressional Quarterly, the legislation would have, “prevent[ed] the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSM) from issuing any final rules related to coal mining activities near streams, including updating a stream buffer zones (SBZ) rule, until after the National Academy of Sciences submits a study on the effectiveness of the existing rules in effect — which would effectively delay any new or revised SBZ rules for at least three years. It also require[d] the agency to make public all scientific data that is used in developing the rule prior to it being issued.” The vote was on passage. The House approved the bill by a vote of 235 to 188, but the Senate took no substantive action on it. The Senate has not yet acted on the bill. [House Vote 42, 1/12/16; Congressional Quarterly, 1/8/16; Congressional Actions, H.R. 1644]
The Obama-Era Stream Buffer Rule Was Meant To Curb Open-Pit Coal Mine Contamination Of Streams And Waterways. According to Congressional Quarterly, “President Donald Trump signed into law Thursday a Congressional Review Act joint resolution that nullifies a rule by President Barack Obama’s Interior Department to curb contamination of streams and waterways by open-pit coal mines.” [Congressional Quarterly, 2/16/17]
2015: Stefanik Voted Against An Amendment That Would Have Required Coal Ash Facilities To Survey Nearby Drinking Water Supplies And Provide Alternative Sources Within 24 Hours If The Water Was Contaminated. In July 2015, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have “require[d] the owner or operator of a coal combustion residuals surface impoundment to survey all nearby drinking water supply wells and to supply an alternative source of safe drinking water within 24 hours if well water sampling exceeds groundwater quality standards for constituents associated with the presence of coal combustion residuals,” according to Congressional Quarterly. The underlying measure “would establish minimum federal standards regarding the disposal and storage of coal combustion residuals (CCR) that would codify parts of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) rule regarding coal ash, while superseding other elements of the rule.” The vote was on the amendment. The House rejected the amendment 192 to 231. [House Vote 455, 7/22/15; Congressional Quarterly, 7/22/15; Congressional Quarterly, 7/22/15; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 676; Congressional Actions, H.R. 1734]
2015: Stefanik Voted Against Requiring All Inactive Surface Impoundments For Coal Ash To Follow EPA Standards For Groundwater Monitoring. In July 2015, Stefanik voted against an amendment that required inactive surface impoundments for coal ash disposal to follow the EPA’s groundwater monitoring standards. According to Congressional Quarterly, the legislation would have, “require[d] all inactive surface impoundments to follow post-closure groundwater monitoring standards in the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) rule.” The underlying measure “would establish minimum federal standards regarding the disposal and storage of coal combustion residuals (CCR) that would codify parts of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) rule regarding coal ash, while superseding other elements of the rule.” The vote was on passage and the House rejected the amendment 177 to 245. [House Vote 454, 7/22/15; Congressional Quarterly, 7/22/15; Congressional Quarterly, 7/22/15; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 675; Congressional Actions, H.R. 1734]
2015: Stefanik Voted Against An Amendment That Would Have Required Utilities To Disclose Coal Ash Contamination In Groundwater. In July 2015, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have “preserve[d] transparency requirements in EPA’s final coal ash rule to ensure public access to information and accountability,” according to the description of the amendment on Congress.gov. The underlying measure was a bill that would “establish minimum federal standards regarding the disposal and storage of coal combustion residuals (CCR) that would codify parts of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) rule regarding coal ash, while superseding other elements of the rule.” The vote was on the amendment. The House rejected the amendment 177 to 244. [House Vote 453, 7/22/15; Congress.gov, H. Amdt. 673; Congressional Quarterly, 7/22/15; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 673; Congressional Actions, H.R. 1734]
2015: Stefanik Effectively Voted Against Requiring Groundwater Protection From Coal Ash Contamination. In July 2015, Stefanik effectively voted against explicitly protecting groundwater from coal ash contamination. According to Congressional Quarterly, the legislation would have, “recommit[ed] the bill to the House Energy and Commerce Committee with instructions to report back with an amendment that would require implementing agencies to require that all surface impoundment structures meet criteria sufficient to prevent toxic contamination of ground water and to protect drinking water sources, including the Great Lakes.” The underlying measure “would establish minimum federal standards regarding the disposal and storage of coal combustion residuals (CCR) that would codify parts of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) rule regarding coal ash, while superseding other elements of the rule.” The vote was on the amendment and the House rejected it 184 to 240. [House Vote 457, 4/22/15; Congressional Quarterly, 4/22/15; Congressional Quarterly, 7/22/15; Congressional Actions, H.R. 1734]
2022: Stefanik Voted Against Authorizing $3 Billion For Western Water Projects, Including Water Recycling And Reuse Projects, And Over $1 Billion For Water Resource Projects. In July 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against the Continental Divide Trail Completion Act, which “Among provisions related to water resources and drought response, the bill would authorize $3 billion for Western water projects, including $1.3 billion for water recycling and reuse projects, and over $1 billion for tribal water resource projects.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 218-199, thus the bill was sent to the Senate. The Senate did not take substantive action on the bill. [House Vote 414, 7/29/22; Congressional Quarterly, 7/29/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 5118]
The Bill Would Authorize $500 Million For The Interior Secretary To Enact Policies To Prevent Critical Reservoirs On The Colorado River From Declining To Substantial Low Levels. According to Congressional Quarterly, “To address drought, the bill would authorize $500 million for the Interior secretary to use to prevent key reservoirs on the Colorado River, including Lake Mead and Lake Powell, from declining to critically low levels.” [Congressional Quarterly, 7/29/22]
2023: Stefanik Voted To Disapprove An Army Corp Of Engineers And EPA Rule That Expanded Federal Jurisdiction Over Bodies Of Water Under The Clean Water Act. In March 2023, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for a resolution that would “provide for congressional disapproval of the January 2023 Army Corps of Engineers and EPA rule expanding federal jurisdiction over bodies of water under the Clean Water Act. It would effectively restore jurisdiction that was in place prior to a 2015 Obama administration rule. Under the measure, the January rule would have no force or effect, instead of taking effect on March 20, 2023.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the resolution by a vote of 227 to 198, thus the resolution was sent to the Senate. The Senate passed the resolution and sent it to President Biden. President Biden vetoed the resolution. [House Vote 142, 3/9/23; Congressional Quarterly, 3/9/23; Congressional Actions, H.J.Res. 27]
2023: Stefanik Voted To Override President Biden’s Veto And Disapprove An Army Corp Of Engineers And EPA Rule That Expanded Federal Jurisdiction Over Bodies Of Water Under The Clean Water Act. In April 2023, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted to override President Biden’s veto on a resolution that would “provide for congressional disapproval of the January 2023 Army Corps of Engineers and EPA rule expanding federal jurisdiction over bodies of water under the Clean Water Act. The joint resolution would effectively restore jurisdiction that was in place prior to a 2015 Obama administration rule. Under the measure, the January rule, which took effect on March 20, 2023, would have no force or effect.” The vote was on a veto override. The House failed to acquire a 2/3 majority vote and rejected to override by a vote of 227 to 198, thus the resolution was sent to the Senate. The Senate passed the resolution and sent it to President Biden. President Biden vetoed the resolution. [House Vote 187, 4/18/23; Congressional Quarterly, 4/18/23; Congressional Actions, H.J.Res. 27]
2018: Stefanik Voted To Repeal The Waters Of The U.S. Rule. In May 2018, Stefanik voted for an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “repeal[ed] the EPA’s rule regarding the definition of the ‘Waters of the United States’ under the Clean Water Act.” The underlying bill was the 2018 House GOP farm bill. The House adopted the amendment by a vote of 238 to 173. The House later rejected the overall farm bill, but on a revote, passed the bill. A modified version of the bill later became law. [House Vote 203, 5/18/18; Congressional Quarterly, 5/18/18; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 633; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2]
2016: Stefanik Voted To Overturn The EPA And The U.S. Army Rule On “Waters Of The United States.” In January 2016, Stefanik voted to overturn the “Waters of the United States” rule via a joint resolution. According to Congressional Quarterly, the joint resolution would have, “provide[d] for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Corps of Engineers and the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the definition of ‘waters of the United States’ under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act..” According to The Hill, the “regulation set[s] federal authority over small waterways.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the resolution by a vote of 253 to 166. The Senate had already passed the resolution, which after the House’s passage, President Obama vetoed. The Senate afterwards failed to override his veto. [House Vote 45, 1/13/16; Congressional Quarterly, 11/4/15; The Hill, 11/4/15; Congressional Actions, S. J. Res. 22]
2015: Stefanik Voted For A Bill That Would Effectively Block The Environmental Protection Agency And The Army Corps Of Engineers From Finalizing Or Implementing A Proposed Rule Regarding The Definition Of The “Waters Of The United States” Under The Clean Water Act. In May 2015, Stefanik voted for a bill to effectively block the Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers from finalizing or implementing a proposed rule regarding the definition of the ‘Waters of the United States’ under the Clean Water Act. According to Congressional Quarterly, “The bill would require the agencies to withdraw the proposal and develop a new rule with consultation from state and local officials and stakeholders. In consulting with state and local officials, the EPA and the corps would be required to seek to reach consensus on the definition of ‘waters of the United States;’ preserve the primary rights and responsibilities of the states to protect water quality and control development of land and water resources in the states; and protect the rights of private property owners over natural and man-made water features.” The vote was on passage and the bill passed 261 to 155. The Senate took no substantive action on the legislation. [House Vote 219, 5/12/15; Congressional Quarterly, 5/12/15; Congressional Actions, H.R. 1732]
2023: Stefanik Voted To Boost Domestic Critical Mineral Supplies Through Increased Mining And By Allowing The EPA To Temporarily Waive Certain Pollution Regulations At Certain Critical Energy Resource Facilities. In March 2023, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for the Lower Energy Costs Act, which, “To address critical mineral supply, the bill would require the Energy Department to conduct ongoing assessments of and develop strategies to strengthen domestic supply chains for critical energy resources, including through increased mining and processing and permit the EPA to temporarily waive certain pollution regulation requirements for processing and refining projects at critical energy resource facilities to address supply chain concerns. It would make coal and critical mineral mining projects eligible for certain expedited infrastructure permitting processes; provide for appointment of a lead agency to coordinate the permitting process for mineral exploration; and limit the withdrawal of federal lands and waters from mineral leasing.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 225 to 204, thus the bill was sent to the Senate for their consideration. [House Vote 182, 3/30/23; Congressional Quarterly, 3/30/23; Congressional Actions, H.R. 1]
2019: Stefanik Voted Against Blocking Mining In The Pebble Mine Of Alaska. In June 2019, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would, according to Congressional Quarterly, “prohibit the use of funds made available by the bill to finalize the environmental impact statement for a proposed Army Corps of Engineers infrastructure project in southwest Alaska, including a mine site, port, transportation corridor, and natural gas pipeline.” The vote was on adoption of the amendment. The House adopted the amendment by a vote of 233-201. [House Vote 363, 6/19/19; Congressional Quarterly, 6/19/19; Congressional Actions, H.Amdt.384; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2740]
2022: Stefanik Voted Against The Recovering America’s Wildlife Act. In June 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act of 2021. The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 231-190, thus the bill was sent to the Senate. [House Vote 267, 6/14/22; Congressional Quarterly, 6/14/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2773]
The Legislation Provided $3.2 Billion Through FY 2025, And Afterwards $1.3 Billion Annually, For State Wildlife And Habitat Conservation And Restoration Activities. According to Congressional Quarterly, the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act of 2021 “direct[ed] the Treasury Department to transfer a total of $3.2 billion through fiscal 2025, and $1.3 billion annually thereafter, for state wildlife and habitat conservation and restoration activities.” [Congressional Quarterly, 6/14/22]
The Recovering America’s Wildlife Act Provided $750 Million Through FY 2026 For Endangered Species Recovery And Habitat Conservation Activities, Including State And Tribal Grants And U.S. Fish And Wildlife Service Activities. According to Congressional Quarterly, the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act of 2021 “direct[ed] the department to transfer a total of $750 million through fiscal 2026 for endangered species recovery and habitat conservation activities, including for grants to states and tribes to implement the backlog of activities identified in existing recovery plans, and for U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service activities to address interagency consultation responsibilities; work with nonfederal entities; and the permitting of voluntary conservation agreements.” [House Vote 267, 6/14/22; Congressional Quarterly, 6/14/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2773]
The Recovering America’s Wildlife Act $97.5 Million Annually Starting In FY 2023 To Support Tribal Conservation Activities. In June 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act of 2021, which would “direct the department to transfer $97.5 million annually beginning in fiscal 2023 to support tribal conservation activities, with at least 15 percent of funds reserved for threatened and endangered species recovery activities.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 231-190, thus the bill was sent to the Senate. [House Vote 267, 6/14/22; Congressional Quarterly, 6/14/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2773]
2022: Stefanik Effectively Voted Against The Recovering America’s Wildlife Act Of 2021. In June 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for the “Fulcher, R-Idaho, motion to recommit the bill to the House Natural Resources Committee.” The vote was on a motion to recommit. The House rejected the motion by a vote of 202-220. [House Vote 266, 6/14/22; Congressional Quarterly, 6/14/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2773]
2022: Stefanik Effectively Voted Against The Recovering America’s Wildlife Act Of 2021. In June 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against the “adoption of the rule (H Res 1170) for the Recovering America's Wildlife Act (HR 2773).” The vote was on the adoption of the rule. The House adopted the rule by a vote of 218-204. [House Vote 260, 6/14/22; Congressional Quarterly, 6/14/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2773; Congressional Actions, H.Res. 1170]
2022: Stefanik Effectively Voted Against The Recovering America’s Wildlife Act Of 2021. In June 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against the “motion to order the previous question (thus ending debate and possibility of amendment) on the rule (H Res 1170) for the Recovering America's Wildlife Act (HR 2773).” The vote was on a motion to order the previous question. The House agreed to the motion by a vote of 216-199. [House Vote 259, 6/14/22; Congressional Quarterly, 6/14/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2773; Congressional Actions, H.Res. 1170]
2022: Stefanik Voted Against An Amendment That Would Have Allowed The Funds Provided For U.S. Fish And Wildlife Service Endangered Species Conservation Activities With Non-Federal Entities To Be Used To Control And Prevent Invasive Species, Diseases, And Other Risks. In June 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against an amendment to the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act of 2021, which would “specify that funds made available by the bill for U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service endangered species conservation activities with nonfederal entities may be used to control and prevent invasive species, disease and other risks to such species.” The vote was on the adoption of an amendment. The House adopted the amendment by a vote of 231-189. [House Vote 264, 6/14/22; Congressional Quarterly, 6/14/22; Congressional Actions, H.Amdt. 221; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2773]
2016: Stefanik Voted Against Designating The Coastal Plain Of The Alaska National Wildlife Refuge As Part Of The National Wilderness Preservation System. In February 2016, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “designate[d] the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge as wilderness, and therefore a part of the National Wilderness Preservation System.” The underlying legislation was a bill that, according to the Associated Press would have “expand[ed] access to hunting and fishing areas on public lands, extend[ed] protections for the use of lead bullets in hunting and strip[ped] wolves of federal protections in four states.” The vote was on the amendment. The House rejected the amendment by a vote of 176 to 227. [House Vote 99, 2/26/16; Congressional Quarterly, 2/26/16; Associated Press, 2/26/16; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 961; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2406]
2016: Stefanik Voted To Prevent The U.S. Fish And Wildlife From Implementing Its Conservation Plan For ANWR. In July 2016, Stefanik voted for an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “prohibit[ed] funds from being used to implement the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s conservation plan for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska.” The underlying legislation was an FY 2017 interior and environment appropriations bill. The vote was on the amendment. The House adopted the amendment by a vote of 237 to 191. The House later passed the bill, but the Senate took no substantive action on the legislation. [House Vote 460, 7/13/16; Congressional Quarterly, 7/13/16; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 1355; Congressional Actions, H.R. 5538]
2016: Stefanik Voted To Allow The Importation Of Legally Possessed Ivory As Part Of A Hunting And Fishing Bill. In February 2016, Stefanik voted for a bill which, according to Congressional Quarterly, would have “allow[ed] importation of legally-possessed ivory.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 242 to 161. The Senate took no substantive action on the bill. [House Vote 101, 2/26/16; Congressional Quarterly, 2/26/16; The Hill, 2/26/16; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2406]
2015: Stefanik Voted Against An Amendment That Would Ban The Sale Of Ivory That Was Legally Imported Into The United States. In July 2015, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have banned the sale of ivory that was legally imported. According to Congressional Quarterly, the amendment would, “remove the bill’s prohibition on rulemaking for ivory sales that were lawfully imported into the United States.” The underlying bill made FY 2016 appropriations for the Department of the Interior, Environment, and other related agencies. The vote was on the amendment. The House rejected the amendment 183 to 244. [House Vote 405, 7/8/15; Congressional Quarterly, 7/8/15; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 584; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2822]
2016: Stefanik Voted For Allowing The Importation Of Polar Bear Trophies From Canada If Collected Before Polar Bears Were Listed As A Threatened Species. In February 2016, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “remove[d] the bill’s provisions that would direct the Interior secretary to issue permits for the importation of polar bear trophies from Canada that were harvested and that had permit applications submitted before polar bears were listed as a threatened species.” The underlying legislation was a bill that, according to AP would have “expand[ed] access to hunting and fishing areas on public lands, extend[ed] protections for the use of lead bullets in hunting and strip[ped] wolves of federal protections in four states.” The vote was on the amendment. The House rejected the amendment by a vote of 159 to 242. [House Vote 93, 2/26/16; Congressional Quarterly, 2/26/16; AP Via US News & World Report, 2/26/16; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 948; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2406]
2016: Stefanik Voted To Expand Public Access To Recreational Hunting On Federal Lands. In February 2016, Stefanik voted for a bill which expanded hunting and fishing on federal lands. According to The Hill, “expand[ed] public access to recreational shooting and hunting on federal lands.” The bill did this by, according to Congressional Quarterly, “require[ing] public lands under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Forest Service to be considered open for hunting, fishing, and recreational shooting unless the managing agency closes the land to such activities.” The underlying bill also “prohibit[ed] the Army secretary from issuing or enforcing regulations that prohibit individuals from carrying firearms at water resources development projects.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 242 to 161. The Senate took no substantive action on the bill. [House Vote 101, 2/26/16; Congressional Quarterly, 2/26/16; The Hill, 2/26/16; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2406]
Bill Opponents Claimed That The Bill Was An Attempt To Undermine Conservation Efforts. According to Congressional Quarterly, “Opponents of the bill, primarily environmental groups and Democrats, argue that the bill is not needed because more than 75% of federal lands are already open for these activities. Instead, they say the measure advances an anti-conservation agenda that would undermine the Wilderness Act, NEPA and other conservation laws, and that it is at odds with bipartisan committee work aimed at benefitting the American landscape, wildlife and the sporting community. They also note the bill fails to reauthorize important lands programs such as the North American Wetlands Conservation Act and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, all of which further the supposed goals of the bill’s supporters. As a result, they say, the bill is little more than a giveaway to the gun lobby rather than a serious sportsmen package.” [Congressional Quarterly, 2/19/16]
2021: Stefanik Voted The Protecting America’s Wilderness And Public Lands Act. In February 2021, Stefanik voted against the Protecting America’s Wilderness and Public Lands Act. The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 227-200. [House Vote 45, 2/26/21; Congressional Quarterly, 2/26/21; Congressional Actions, H.R. 803]
The Legislation Would Have Designated 1.5 Million Acres Of Federal Lands As Wilderness Areas And 1,200 River Miles As Wild, Scenic, Or Recreational Rivers. The Protecting America’s Wilderness and Public Lands Act would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “designate[d] nearly 1.5 million acres of federal lands in California, Colorado, and Washington as new, expanded, or potential wilderness areas -- including approximately 626,000 acres in California, approximately 733,000 acres in Colorado and approximately 132,000 acres in Washington -- and designate more than 1,200 river miles in Northern California and the Washington Olympic Peninsula as wild, scenic or recreational rivers.” [Congressional Quarterly, 2/26/21]
The Legislation Would Have Preserved Existing Rights And Usages On Designated Lands, Including Low-Level Helicopter Operations And Military High Altitude Training. The Protecting America’s Wilderness and Public Lands Act would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “preserve[d] a number of existing rights and usages on designated lands, such as low-level helicopter operations and high altitude training by the military.” [Congressional Quarterly, 2/26/21]
The Legislation Would Have Facilitated Environmental Remediation Of Federal Lands And Waters In California Vandalized By Illegal Marijuana Operations By Creating Public-Private Partnerships. The Protecting America’s Wilderness and Public Lands Act would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “establish[e] a public-private partnership -- made up of federal, state, and local government officials, and private stakeholders -- to facilitate environmental remediation of federal lands and waters in California damaged by illegal marijuana operations.” [Congressional Quarterly, 2/26/21]
The Legislation Would Have Created A System For Designation And Management Of National Heritage Areas. The Protecting America’s Wilderness and Public Lands Act would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “establish[ed] a formal system for designation and management of National Heritage Areas.” [Congressional Quarterly, 2/26/21]
The Legislation Would Have Prohibited Mining Production In Certain Federal Lands, Including The Grand Canyon And Thompson Divide. The Protecting America’s Wilderness and Public Lands Act would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “effectively prohibit new mining or mineral production activities by withdrawing mineral and geothermal leasing rights for a number of federal lands, including approximately 1 million acres in the Grand Canyon region of Arizona and approximately 200,000 acres within the Thompson Divide in Colorado.” [Congressional Quarterly, 2/26/21]
2021: Stefanik Effectively Voted Against The Protecting America’s Wilderness And Public Lands Act. In February 2021, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for the “motion to recommit the bill to the House Natural Resources Committee.” The vote was on a motion to recommit. The House rejected the motion by a vote of 204-221. [House Vote 44, 2/26/21; Congressional Quarterly, 2/26/21; Congressional Actions, H.R. 803]
2021: Stefanik Effectively Voted Against The Protecting America’s Wilderness And Public Lands Act. In February 2021, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against the “adoption of the rule (H Res 147) that would provide for House floor consideration of the Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act (HR 803[…] up to one hour of general debate on HR 803; make in order floor consideration of 29 amendments to HR 803; and provide for automatic adoption of a Grijalva, D-Ariz., manager's amendment to HR 803. The manager's amendment would make clarifying changes regarding the boundaries of lands included in the new San Gabriel National Recreation Area and administration of the expanded San Gabriel Mountains National Monument in California.” The vote was on the adoption of the rule. The House adopted the rule by a vote of 218-208. [House Vote 35, 2/24/21; Congressional Quarterly, 2/24/21; Congressional Actions, H.R. 803; Congressional Actions, H.Res. 147]
2021: Stefanik Effectively Voted Against The Protecting America’s Wilderness And Public Lands Act. In February 2021, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against the “motion to order the previous question (thus ending debate and possibility of amendment) on the rule (H Res 147) that would provide for House floor consideration of the Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act (HR 803[…] up to one hour of general debate on HR 803; make in order floor consideration of 29 amendments to HR 803; and provide for automatic adoption of a Grijalva, D-Ariz., manager's amendment to HR 803. The manager's amendment would make clarifying changes regarding the boundaries of lands included in the new San Gabriel National Recreation Area and administration of the expanded San Gabriel Mountains National Monument in California.” The vote was on a motion to order the previous question. The House agreed to the motion by a vote of 219-211. [House Vote 34, 2/24/21; Congressional Quarterly, 2/24/21; Congressional Actions, H.R. 803; Congressional Actions, H.Res. 147]
2021: Stefanik Effectively Voted Against The Protecting America’s Wilderness And Public Lands Act. In February 2021, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted for the “Greene, R-Ga., motion to adjourn.” The vote was on a motion to adjourn, thus delaying the vote on H.R. 803. The House rejected the motion by a vote of 202-214. [House Vote 33, 2/24/21; Congressional Quarterly, 2/24/21; Congressional Actions, H.R. 803; Congressional Actions, H.Res. 147]
2019: Stefanik Voted Against An Amendment To The FY 2020 Continuing Appropriations To Curb Logging In Alaska’s Tongass National Forest. In June 2019, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would, according to Congressional Quarterly, “prohibit the use of funds made available under the bill to plan or construct, for the purpose of timber harvesting by private entities, a forest development road in the Tongass National Forest in Southeast Alaska.” The vote was on adoption of the amendment. The House adopted the amendment by a vote of 243-188. [House Vote 382, 6/20/19; Congressional Quarterly, 6/20/19; Congressional Actions, H.Amdt.438; Congressional Actions, H.R.3055]
2016: Stefanik Voted To State That A Carbon Tax “Is Not In The Best Interest Of The United States.” In June 2016, Stefanik voted for a concurrent resolution that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “express[ed] a sense of Congress that a carbon tax would harm families and businesses and is ‘not in the best interest of the United States.’” The vote was on the concurrent resolution. The House adopted the resolution by a vote of 237 to 163. The took no substantive action on the legislation. [House Vote 295, 6/10/16; Congressional Quarterly, 6/10/16; Congressional Actions, H. Con. Res. 89]
2017: Stefanik Voted Against Federal Rules Or Studies That Use “The Social Cost Of Carbon.” In September 2017, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “prohibit[ed] the use of funds appropriated by the bill to implement any rules or regulations that rely on certain studies related to the ‘social cost of carbon.’ The underlying legislation was a legislative vehicle for an FY 2018 Omnibus appropriations bill. The House adopted the amendment by a vote of 225 to 186. The House later passed the overall bill. The Senate took no substantive action on the overall legislation. [House Vote 489, 9/13/17; Congressional Quarterly, 9/13/17; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 369; Congressional Actions, H.R. 3354]
2016: Stefanik Voted Against Allowing Federal Agencies To Consider The Social Cost Of Carbon When Making Rules. In July 2016, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would have, according to Congressional Quarterly, “strike[n] the bill’s provisions that would allow federal agencies to use the social cost of carbon in rule makings and guidance documents.” The underlying legislation was an FY 2017 interior and environment appropriations bill. The House rejected the amendment by a vote of 185 to 241. The House later passed the underlying legislation, but the Senate took no substantive action on the legislation. [House Vote 432, 7/12/16; Congressional Quarterly, 7/12/16; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 1307; Congressional Actions, H.R. 5538]
2015: Stefanik Voted Against An Amendment That Would Allow Federal Agencies To Consider The Social Cost Of Carbon. In July 2015, Stefanik voted against an amendment that would allow rules to consider the social cost of carbon. According to Congressional Quarterly, the amendment would have “allow[ed] rules to consider the social cost of carbon.” In addition, according to Rep. Jared Polis (D-CO), the amendment “would strip the bill of a harmful and unrelated restriction that actually would prohibit Federal agencies from assessing the social cost of carbon, meaning Federal agencies would not be able to look at the monetized impact, the actual costs of climate change. They would be forced to deliberately have a blindfold and not be allowed to consider climate change in their planning, just like American businesses do, like States do, like municipalities do, but the Federal Government would be prohibited from even looking at the costs of climate change.” The underlying measure was the FY 2016 Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. The vote was on the amendment. The House rejected the amendment 186 to 243. [House Vote 400, 7/8/15; Congressional Quarterly, 7/8/15; Congressional Record, 7/7/15; Congressional Actions, H. Amdt. 571; Congressional Actions, H.R. 2822]
2022: Stefanik Voted Against Codifying A White House Interagency Council To Manage Federal Efforts To Ease Disproportionate Pollution Impacts And Against Codifying A National Advisory Council To Advise The EPA On Environmental Justice. In July 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against the Continental Divide Trail Completion Act, which “Among provisions related to environmental justice, the bill would codify a White House interagency council to coordinate federal efforts to alleviate disproportionate impacts of pollution and codify a national advisory council to advise the EPA on environmental justice.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 218-199, thus the bill was sent to the Senate. The Senate did not take substantive action on the bill. [House Vote 414, 7/29/22; Congressional Quarterly, 7/29/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 5118]
2022: Stefanik Voted Against Authorizing $1 Billion Annually Through FY 2027 To Establish A New EPA Climate Justice Grant Program And $80 Million Annually Through FY 2027 For EPA Grants To Support Communities, States And Tribes Address Environmental Justice Issues. In July 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against the Continental Divide Trail Completion Act, which “Through fiscal 2027, it would authorize $1 billion annually through fiscal 2027 for a new EPA climate justice grant program and $80 million annually for EPA grants to help communities, states and tribes build their capacity to address environmental justice issues.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 218-199, thus the bill was sent to the Senate. The Senate did not take substantive action on the bill. [House Vote 414, 7/29/22; Congressional Quarterly, 7/29/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 5118]
2022: Stefanik Voted Against Adding National Environmental Policy Act Permitting Requirements For Federal Activities Impacting Environmental Justice Communities And Against Barring Discrimination Based On “Disparate Impact” Under Federal Civil Rights Law. In July 2022, according to Congressional Quarterly, Stefanik voted against the Continental Divide Trail Completion Act, which would “add National Environmental Policy Act permitting requirements for federal actions impacting environmental justice communities and prohibit discrimination based on ‘disparate impact’ under federal civil rights law.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 218-199, thus the bill was sent to the Senate. The Senate did not take substantive action on the bill. [House Vote 414, 7/29/22; Congressional Quarterly, 7/29/22; Congressional Actions, H.R. 5118]