ExxonKnews
April 8, 2026
In states that were recently hit by disasters made worse by the burning of fossil fuels — from extreme heat to severe winter storms — Republican lawmakers are working to shield Big Oil companies from having to pay for the damage.
Bills in at least five Republican-controlled state legislatures would prohibit lawsuits that aim to hold fossil fuel companies and other greenhouse gas polluters liable for climate damages. The wave of legislation comes as lawsuits brought against fossil fuel companies by mostly Democratic-controlled state and local governments continue to advance through the courts.
