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S 4619 119th Congress · Senate

Exempting Marginal Wells from Clean Air Standards

Official title: A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to exclude marginal wells from certain standards of performance and other requirements under that Act, and for other purposes.

What This Bill Does

This bill proposes to amend the Clean Air Act to exempt marginal wells from certain performance standards and requirements, potentially easing regulations for these oil and gas operations.

This bill matters to ordinary Americans as it could impact air quality and environmental regulations, which are important for public health and safety. Reducing regulations on marginal wells may lead to increased emissions, affecting air quality in surrounding communities.

Who This Bill Affects

If passed, this bill could lead to increased air pollution in areas near marginal wells, potentially affecting the health and quality of life for residents in those regions.

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Latest Status

May 21, 2026

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

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