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Cruz, Hageman Introduce 2026 Oil Immunity Climate Bill

4/23/2026

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The Stop Climate Shakedowns Act of 2026 would give oil and gas firms immunity from climate lawsuits.
Rep. Harriet Hageman and Sen. Ted Cruz introduced the bill, which scientists say would strip states of the ability to address local climate harms.
The American Petroleum Institute praised the bill as a defense against activist-driven state overreach, while climate groups warned it could be added to larger legislation, threatening right to redress.

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The Stop Climate Shakedowns Act of 2026 would give oil and gas firms immunity from climate lawsuits.
Rep. Harriet Hageman and Sen. Ted Cruz introduced the bill, which scientists say would strip states of the ability to address local climate harms.
The American Petroleum Institute praised the bill as a defense against activist-driven state overreach, while climate groups warned it could be added to larger legislation, threatening right to redress.