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This bill aims to enhance energy support and opportunities for Native American tribes by modifying several existing laws. Specifically, the Tribal Energy Fairness Act of 2025 expands the Department of Energy's Tribal loan guarantee program by allowing the Secretary of Energy to use up to $500,000 per application to conduct financial and technical assessments for renewable energy and transmission projects on or near Indian lands, including projects outside of Indian lands. The bill also modifies grant eligibility requirements for electric grid resilience and prevents Indian Tribes from being required to match grant amounts. Additionally, the legislation removes previous restrictions on receiving multiple benefits from energy-related programs and provides more flexible application processes for Indian Tribes seeking energy-related grants. These changes are designed to increase tribal access to energy development resources, support infrastructure improvements, and provide more equitable opportunities for tribal energy projects by reducing administrative barriers and financial constraints that have historically limited tribal participation in energy development programs.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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