Sec. 402. Duties of Commission
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The Commission shall— meet not less than once every 3 years; use as its goals for emissions reductions those estimated rates of reduction that reflect the latest scientific findings of what is needed to avoid serious human health and environmental consequences of a changing climate; undertake a comprehensive review of economically viable public and private actions or policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the United States; assess the impact and progress of existing policies and programs with the aim of achieving emissions reduction goals; and beginning in 2026, and every 6 years thereafter, issue a report to the President, Congress, and the States, which shall include— an analysis of whether existing policies and programs are on pace to achieving emissions reduction goals; recommendations for reducing greenhouse gas emissions; and if applicable, a minority report with dissenting views.