Senate Democrats pave way for fast action on Biden climate bill in 2021

Published August 25, 2020 5:48pm ET



Senate Democrats released a report Tuesday that intended to show the party’s commitment to act quickly on legislation to combat climate change if it takes full control of executive and legislative power in 2021 with Joe Biden as president.

“When Democrats retake the majority in the Senate, we will be unified to move swiftly on legislation to tackle the climate crisis,” said Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer in a call with reporters. “It will be a top priority if I become majority leader.”

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