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  • H. CON. RES. 86 — Expressing the sense of Congress that a carbon tax would be detrimental to the United States economy.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:196

    H. CON. RES. 86 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives expressing Congress's belief that a carbon tax would negatively impact the U.S. economy. It argues that a carbon tax would lead to increased energy prices, burden families, especially those with lower incomes, reduce...

    Simple Explanation

    In this bill, Congress is saying that they believe having a special fee, called a carbon tax, would hurt the U.S. economy. They think it would make things like electricity more expensive, which might make it harder for families, especially ones with less money, and could make some businesses move to other places.

  • H. CON. RES. 86 — Expressing the sense of Congress that a carbon tax would be detrimental to the United States economy.
    Status:Engrossed in House
    Words:108

    H. CON. RES. 86 expresses the opinion of Congress that implementing a carbon tax would harm the United States economy. The resolution states that such a tax would increase energy and essential costs, negatively impact vulnerable populations, and drive jobs and businesses overseas. It argues...

    Simple Explanation

    Congress is saying that if they make people pay extra money for using things like gas and electricity (like a carbon tax), it might make things more expensive and hurt jobs, so they think it's not a good idea for America.