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In this episode of The Weekly Congressional Report, we examine H.R. 10127, the Restoring Trade Fairness Act. This bill proposes a dramatic shift in U.S.-China trade relations by suspending China’s normal trade relations stat us and imposing increased tariffs on goods imported from the country. Aimed at countering China’s predatory trade practices, intellectual property theft, and human rights violations, the legislation also seeks to bolster American economic resilience and reduce reliance on adversarial nations.

Join Brian Barnes along with AI hosts, Avery and Iris as they break down the intricacies of this bold legislative move, analyzing its potential impacts on supply chains, U.S. manufacturers, and the global trade landscape. Tune in to understand how this bill fits into broader efforts to recalibrate America’s economic strategy amid rising tensions with China.

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In this episode of The Weekly Congressional Report, we explore H.R. 7409, known as the Harnessing Energy At Thermal Sources (HEATS) Act along with the committee report (118-722) This bill proposes amendments to the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970, aiming to cut red tape around geothermal drilling on non-federal lands. By waiving federal permit requirements for specific geothermal projects, the HEATS Act seeks to accelerate the development of geothermal energy while sidestepping some aspects of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

Join Brian Barnes along with AI hosts, Avery and Iris, break down the bill’s details, examining how these regulatory changes could impact energy independence, streamline renewable energy projects, and advance geothermal as a clean energy source. Tune in for a straightforward look at the potential benefits—and controversies—surrounding this legislation.

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In this episode of The Weekly Congressional Report, we explore H.R. 8046, the Rosatom Sanctions Enforcement Act, a bill that aims to sever the United States’ dependency on Russia’s nuclear energy sector amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This legislation imposes sanctions targeting Russia’s state-owned nuclear energy corporation, Rosatom, to disrupt its revenue streams and diminish its influence globally.

Join Brian Barnes as our AI hosts, Avery and Iris, unpack the details of this bill, discussing the potential impacts on the nuclear industry, the international implications for allies reliant on Russian nuclear technology, and the steps outlined for the U.S. to aid allies in finding alternative nuclear suppliers. Tune in to understand the critical facets of this legislation and the broader geopolitical stakes at play.

**Note - Congress is out of session the week of October 28, 2024. As such we are reviewing bills from earlier in the cycle that have major impacts on you. Congress will be back in session on November 12th**

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