Climate change refers to the long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns, mainly caused by human activities like burning fossil fuels and deforestation. The political debate about climate change often includes how urgently we need to act, the best ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and whether the government should impose regulations or if we should rely more on technological innovations and voluntary actions.
On climate change, VoteSee scores every member of Congress on a spectrum from Environmental Advocacy (Supports urgent and extensive measures to combat climate change) to Climate Change Denial (Opposes regulations aimed at curbing emissions or increasing renewable energy), based on their actual votes.
Where the Parties Stand on Climate Change
Democrats score 67/100 on average (242 members scored).
Independents score 58/100 on average (3 members scored).
Republicans score 37/100 on average (269 members scored).
To amend the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to update the licensing procedures for uranium enrichment facilities to enable the timely, safe deployment of such facilities, and for other purposes. (November 10, 2026)
To amend the definition of "production facility" in the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to exclude an equipment or device capable of reprocessing spent nuclear fuel in a manner that does not separate plutonium from other transuranic elements, and for other purposes. (November 9, 2026)
To provide for improvements to the rivers and harbors of the United States, to provide for the conservation and development of water and related resources, and for other purposes. (September 16, 2026)
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision". (September 16, 2026)
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision". (September 16, 2026)