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US HR6474

US HR6474
To amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to expedite geothermal exploration and development in previously studied or developed areas.


summary

Introduced
11/21/2023
In Committee
01/17/2024
Crossed Over
09/25/2024
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

AN ACT To amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to expedite geothermal exploration and development in previously studied or developed areas.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to expedite geothermal exploration and development in previously studied or developed areas. Specifically, it adds geothermal resources to the types of energy resources that are eligible for a categorical exclusion from the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review process, which can streamline the approval process for geothermal projects in certain circumstances. The bill also expands the existing NEPA categorical exclusions to include exploration and development of geothermal resources, in addition to oil and gas.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (on 09/25/2024)

Bill Topics

Energy
  • ‐ Alternative and Renewable Energy
Environment
  • ‐ General Environment

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