Legislative Activity
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The "Washington, D.C. Admission Act" outlines the process for admitting Washington, D.C., as the State of Washington, Douglass Commonwealth, into the Union, defining the territory of the new State and the U.S. Capital, and addressing the transition of laws, governance, and federal interests. It also establishes a commission to guide the transition and ensures the continuation of essential services and benefits during the shift to statehood.
Chris Van Hollen
Senator
MD
Chris Van Hollen
Senator
MD
The "Washington, D.C. Admission Act" outlines the process for admitting Washington, D.C., into the Union as the State of Washington, Douglass Commonwealth, while establishing a Capital to serve as the seat of the U.S. Government. It addresses the transition of laws, governance, and federal responsibilities, ensuring continuity of services and representation for the residents of the new state. The Act also defines the boundaries of the new State and the Capital, and includes provisions for elections, federal property, and the establishment of a Statehood Transition Commission.
The "Polluters Pay Climate Fund Act of 2025" taxes fossil fuel companies based on their historic emissions to create a fund for climate resilience, disaster response, and environmental justice initiatives, while preserving legal remedies for climate-related damages.
Chris Van Hollen
Senator
MD
Chris Van Hollen
Senator
MD
The Polluters Pay Climate Fund Act of 2025 taxes fossil fuel companies based on their greenhouse gas emissions from the years 2000-2023, allocating \$1 trillion to a "Polluters Pay Climate Fund." This fund will support climate resilience, disaster response, and environmental justice initiatives, with a significant portion dedicated to FEMA and grants under the Clean Air Act, and requires that 40% of the fund must benefit environmental justice communities. The Act clarifies that it does not relieve polluters of existing liabilities or preempt state and local climate-related laws.