Bills · HR 4325
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4325Environmental Protection
Clean Shipping Act of 2025
INTRO JUL 10· LAST ACTION JUL 10
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because shipping is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to climate change and air pollution. By setting strict targets for cleaner fuels, it aims to significantly reduce the environmental footprint of ocean transport. If this bill becomes law, it could accelerate the development and adoption of greener shipping technologies and alternative fuels, leading to cleaner air in port communities and a reduced contribution to global warming.
Without this law, the shipping industry would likely continue to rely heavily on high-emission fuels, potentially delaying critical efforts to combat climate change and improve air quality in vulnerable areas. Voters should care because cleaner shipping impacts not just the environment, but also public health, the economy through potential innovation in green technologies, and the long-term sustainability of global trade.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a 'Marine Greenhouse Gas Fuel Standard' under the Clean Air Act.
This creates the legal framework for regulating emissions from large commercial ships.
PROVISION 02
Sets a phased schedule for reducing the carbon intensity of fuel used by vessels, starting with 30% reduction by 2030 and reaching 100% by 2050.
This provision outlines the specific, ambitious targets and timeline for cutting ship pollution.
PROVISION 03
Requires vessel owners/operators to monitor and report annually on the carbon intensity, fuel used, and total greenhouse gas emissions for covered voyages.
This ensures accountability and provides data to track progress and enforce the new standards.
PROVISION 04
Allows the EPA Administrator to adjust reduction targets if they are not technologically or economically feasible, while still requiring the maximum possible reduction.
This provides flexibility to adapt to real-world challenges while maintaining the goal of emissions reduction.
PROVISION 05
Exempts vessels on covered voyages for 30 days or fewer during a calendar year.
This provision targets vessels with more substantial and regular U.S.-related operations, reducing the burden on less frequent visitors.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 10
Introduced in House
JUL 10
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4325
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 10, 2025
Last actionJul 10, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 10, 2025
House BillHR 4325Environmental Protection
Clean Shipping Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JUL 10, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 10, 2025
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READING
7 min
COSPONSORS
16
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