Inflation Reduction Act Tracker

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Inflation Reduction Act Tracker

This tracker records steps taken by federal agencies to implement, or rollback implementation of, the climate change-related provisions of the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The tracker is linked to the IRA database, which provides more information about the IRA, and its climate-related provisions.

In the tracker, agency actions are listed in order of date (from newest to oldest) and can be filtered by IRA section, agency, eligible entity, type of action (explanation), and more. Additionally, actions can be searched by entering keywords in the box below. More information about each listed action, and links to relevant documents, can be obtained by clicking on the title of the action.

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USDA Announces Rural Energy for America Program Funding

Date: 12/15/2022
Agencies: USDA
Type: Implementation of IRA
Explanation: Agency Guidance
IRA Sections: 22002
Entities: Corporate Entity, Other
Summary: USDA released a Notice of Solicitation of Applications for funding under the Rural Energy for America Program.

USDA Expands Rural Energy for America Program Investments

Date: 12/15/2022
Agencies: USDA
Type: Implementation of IRA
Explanation: Agency Announcement
IRA Sections: 22002
Entities: Corporate Entity, Other
Summary: The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced it would use funds appropriated by the IRA to make additional investments through the Rural Energy for America Program.

DOT Holds Meeting on Aviation Grant Programs

Date: 12/14/2022
Agencies: DOT
Type: Implementation of IRA
Explanation: Notice of Public Meeting
IRA Sections: 40007
Entities: State/Territorial Government, Local Government, Corporate Entity, Other, Fuel/Hydrogen Producer, Technology Developers/Manufacturer, Educational Institution, Non-profit Organization
Summary: The Department of Transportation held a public meeting and workshop on initiatives relating to the Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Low-Emissions Aviation Technologies Grant Programs established in section 40007 of the IRA.

EPA Holds Listening Session on Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Program

Date: 12/13/2022
Agencies: EPA
Type: Implementation of IRA
Explanation: Notice of Public Meeting
IRA Sections: 60101
Entities: State/Territorial Government, Native American/Indigenous Community, Local Government, Non-profit Organization
Summary: The Environmental Protection Agency held a virtual listening session on the clean-heavy duty vehicle program established in section 60101 of the IRA. The Agency asked participants to share feedback on issues relating to implementation of the program, including how to prioritize funding and ensure accountability.

Treasury Issues Revenue Procedure on Section 25E, 30D, and 45W Tax Credits

Date: 12/12/2022
Agencies: Treasury
Type: Implementation of IRA
Explanation: Agency Guidance
IRA Sections: 13401, 13402, 13403
Entities: Vehicle Owner/Seller/Purchaser
Summary: The Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service issued a Revenue Procedure setting out key processes for manufacturers and sellers to claim credits under the section 25E Previously-Owned Clean Vehicle credit program, the section 30D Clean Vehicle credit program, and the section 45W Commercial Clean Vehicle credit program.

DOE’s Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations Releases Notice of Intent on Industrial Demonstrations Program Funding

Date: 12/12/2022
Agencies: DOE
Type: Implementation of IRA
Explanation: Agency Announcement
IRA Sections: 50161
Entities: Corporate Entity, Technology Developers/Manufacturer
Summary: DOE’s Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations issued a Notice of Intent to release $6.3 billion for the advancement of transformational technologies to support U.S. decarbonization efforts in high-emitting industries.

Treasury Issues Initial Guidance on Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship Requirements

Date: 11/30/2022
Agencies: Treasury
Type: Implementation of IRA
Explanation: Agency Guidance
IRA Sections: 13101, 13102, 13104, 13105, 13204, 13303, 13304, 13404, 13501, 13701, 13702, 13704
Entities: Corporate Entity, Energy Company, Fuel/Hydrogen Producer, Property Owner, Individual Taxpayer, Technology Developers/Manufacturer, Other
Summary: The Department of the Treasury issued a Notice of Initial Guidance on prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements for a variety of IRA programs. The guidance takes effect on January 30, 2023.

DOI Launches Funding Program for Voluntary Community-Driven Relocation

Date: 11/30/2022
Agencies: DOI
Type: Implementation of IRA
Explanation: Agency Announcement
IRA Sections: 70006, 80001
Entities: Native American/Indigenous Community
Summary: The Department of the Interior announced the creation of Voluntary Community-Driven Relocation program to assist Tribal communities severely impacted by climate-related environmental threats.

DOI Announces Funds for Voluntary Community-Driven Relocation Efforts

Date: 11/30/2022
Agencies: DOI
Type: Implementation of IRA
Explanation: Agency Announcement
IRA Sections: 80001
Entities: Native American/Indigenous Community
Summary: The Bureau of Indian Affairs, within Department of the Interior, announced climate adaptation and relocation funding for 11 Indian Tribes and Alaska Native Villages.

DOI Issues Proposed Gas Waste Prevention Rule

Date: 11/30/2022
Agencies: DOI
Type: Implementation of IRA
Explanation: Proposed Rule
IRA Sections: 50263, 50265
Entities: Corporate Entity, Energy Company
Summary: The Bureau of Land Management, within the Department of the Interior, issued a proposed rule to control waste of natural gas due venting, flaring, and leaks during oil and gas production on federal and Indian lands. The proposed rule implements section 50263 of the IRA, which requires the Bureau to collect royalties on certain types of wasted gas.