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Sound Science Act of 2026

Key claim: The Sound Science Act of 2026 (S4397) was introduced in the 119th Congress and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works.

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(S4397 · 119th Congress) Latest action (2026-04-27): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

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Bills framed around ‘sound science’ typically aim to reshape how EPA and other agencies use scientific evidence in rulemaking, which can affect the stringency, cost, and defensibility of environmental regulations across air, water, and chemicals programs. Because only introduction and committee referral are known, the practical effect on emissions standards, risk assessments, or permitting timelines remains speculative until bill text and hearings clarify the intended standards.

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Sound Science Act of 2026
Stage: introduced · congress · 27-apr-2026

The Sound Science Act of 2026 (S4397) was introduced in the 119th Congress and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works.

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