Energy

passed · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 4690: Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act

HR 4690, the Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act, repeals specific energy efficiency standards for federal buildings. It directly affects federal agencies and buildings subject to the repealed standards under Section 305(a)(3)(D) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)(D)). The bill removes these standards from federal law, stating they "shall have no force or effect," and updates related provisions in the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 to eliminate references to the repealed standards. This is a procedural repeal focused solely on removing existing requirements, not creating new infrastructure or policy.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill repeals energy efficiency standards for federal buildings, directly weakening conservation requirements under existing law.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill repeals energy efficiency standards for federal buildings, directly removing environmental protections that reduce energy use and emissions per the Energy Conservation Act.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Conservation

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in committee · United States · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 2862: Southern California Coast and Ocean Protection Act

HR 2862 prohibits the federal government from leasing offshore areas in Southern California for oil and gas exploration or production. It directly affects oil and gas companies seeking permits in the Southern California Planning Area, as defined in the federal 2024-2029 Outer Continental Shelf leasing program. The bill amends the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to block all future leases in this region, preventing new drilling projects in the specified offshore waters. This is a concrete policy change that halts federal leasing decisions in the area without altering existing leases or operations.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks offshore oil/gas leasing, restricting fossil fuel development in energy sector per bill's explicit prohibition of new drilling projects.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prohibits offshore oil/gas leasing in Southern California, preventing drilling-related pollution and habitat destruction per its summary, directly protecting marine environments as defined in the topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Conservation

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in committee · United States · House Feb 27, 2025

HR 1651: To nullify the final rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "New Source Performance Standards for Greenhouse Gas Emissions From New, Modified, and Reconstructed Fossil Fuel-Fired Electric Generating Units; Emission Guidelines for Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Existing Fossil Fuel-Fired Electric Generating Units; and Repeal of the Affordable Clean Energy Rule".

HR 1651 would nullify a specific Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule finalized on May 9, 2024. This rule established emissions standards for greenhouse gases from new, modified, and reconstructed fossil fuel power plants, set guidelines for existing plants, and repealed the previous "Affordable Clean Energy Rule." The bill would make this EPA rule unenforceable, directly affecting fossil fuel power plants by removing these federal emissions requirements. It does not create new regulations but cancels an existing EPA rule.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyNullifies EPA emissions standards for fossil fuel plants, removing federal requirements that limit greenhouse gas emissions, directly weakening clean energy regulations.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill nullifies EPA rule setting greenhouse gas emissions standards for fossil fuel plants, removing federal requirements that would reduce emissions. This weakens environmental protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Climate Change

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in committee · United States · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 2849: West Coast Ocean Protection Act of 2025

HR 2849, the West Coast Ocean Protection Act of 2025, prohibits federal oil and gas exploration, development, and production on the outer Continental Shelf off the coasts of California, Oregon, and Washington. It directly affects oil and gas companies seeking leases in four specific planning areas: Washington/Oregon, Northern California, Central California, and Southern California. The bill amends existing law to block the Secretary from issuing any leases or authorizations for these activities in those designated zones. This creates a permanent ban on offshore drilling in these regions, replacing previous federal leasing plans.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks federal oil/gas exploration on West Coast outer Continental Shelf, directly restricting fossil fuel energy production activities.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits oil/gas drilling on West Coast outer continental shelf, preventing pollution and habitat destruction per bill summary95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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in committee · United States · House Mar 27, 2025

HR 2460: Eliminating the RFS and Its Destructive Outcomes Act

HR 2460 would repeal the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), a Clean Air Act requirement mandating that fuel producers blend renewable fuels like ethanol into gasoline. This repeal would directly affect oil refiners and fuel distributors who currently must meet these blending quotas. The bill removes Section 211(o) of the Clean Air Act and updates related provisions in the Clean Air Act and Petroleum Marketing Practices Act to eliminate references to the RFS program. If enacted, the measure would eliminate the federal mandate for renewable fuel blending in transportation fuels.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill repeals Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), a mandate requiring renewable fuel blending, directly weakening clean energy standards and promoting fossil fuel reliance over renewables.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals RFS, a Clean Air Act mandate requiring renewable fuel blending, removing a key environmental regulation promoting cleaner energy use and reducing emissions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Air Quality

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in committee · United States · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 2865: New England Coastal Protection Act of 2025

The New England Coastal Protection Act of 2025 prohibits the federal government from issuing new leases for oil and gas exploration, development, or production in offshore federal waters along the coasts of Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. This bill directly affects the Department of the Interior (which manages offshore leasing) and any companies seeking to drill in these areas by blocking new lease permits. The key provision amends the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to explicitly ban the Secretary from granting such leases in the specified coastal region. As a result, the bill prevents new oil and gas drilling projects in these offshore waters, though it does not impact existing leases or activities.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks new oil/gas leases in offshore federal waters, directly restricting fossil fuel development and opposing fossil fuel expansion in energy sector.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits offshore oil/gas leasing in New England coastal waters, preventing environmental damage from drilling and protecting marine ecosystems.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Coastal & Flood Protection

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in committee · United States · House Dec 23, 2025

HR 6930: Protecting Military Readiness from Offshore Wind Industrialization Interference Act

This bill requires the President to certify within 90 days that offshore wind projects in the North Atlantic and Mid-Atlantic areas won't interfere with military radar, sonar, or operations. If certification isn't possible, the President must halt projects threatening national security. It mandates a Department of Defense Inspector General study examining how wind projects affect radar/sonar systems, military training airspace, maritime navigation, and the sufficiency of current approval processes. The study must be completed within 180 days and reported to Congress, focusing on specific military capabilities like threat detection and Coast Guard operations. The bill directly affects offshore wind developers in these regions and aims to protect military readiness through regulatory review.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRestricts offshore wind development by requiring military certification and halting projects interfering with radar/sonar, opposing renewable energy advancement.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Wind

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in committee · United States · House Jan 3, 2025

HR 133: Protecting American Energy Production Act

The Protecting American Energy Production Act (HR 133) states that Congress believes states should maintain primary authority to regulate fracking (hydraulic fracturing) for oil and gas on state and private lands. It also prohibits the President from imposing a temporary ban (moratorium) on fracking without explicit approval from Congress. This prevents federal executive action from halting fracking operations without new legislation. The bill directly affects federal regulatory power and reinforces state control over energy production.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill prevents federal fracking bans, protecting fossil fuel production and opposing federal restrictions on oil/gas extraction, favoring fossil fuels over renewables.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentPrevents federal moratorium on fracking, prioritizing energy production over environmental regulations, weakening federal oversight of pollution and resource extraction.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 13, 2025

S 1066: Highway Funding Flexibility Act of 2025

This bill changes how unobligated funds from two federal transportation programs must be used. It restricts National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program funds to highway construction, bridge repairs, wildlife crossing structures, and commercial vehicle parking projects, while blocking prior uses. It also redirects unused charging infrastructure grant funds to states proportionally based on their existing highway funding apportionments. All funds remain available until their original expiration date and cannot replace other state transportation funding. The bill applies to both current unobligated funds and future fiscal year allocations under these programs.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRestricts EV infrastructure funds to highway projects, blocking prior renewable energy development uses and diverting charging grants away from clean energy infrastructure.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRestricts EV infrastructure funds to highway/bridge projects only, blocking prior environmental uses and redirecting funds away from broader clean energy applications.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill redirects transportation funds specifically to highway construction, bridge repairs, and infrastructure projects, advancing transportation infrastructure funding without defunding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Wildlife Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2025

HR 4068: Streamlining NEPA for Coal Act

HR 4068, the "Streamlining NEPA for Coal Act," requires the Secretary of the Interior to identify existing and potential exemptions from full environmental reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) that could accelerate coal production and export projects. Within 30 days of enactment, the Secretary must report these exemptions to relevant congressional committees. Federal agencies could then adopt these exemptions to skip detailed environmental assessments for coal-related projects. This bill directly affects coal producers and exporters by potentially reducing approval timelines for their operations.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyStreamlines NEPA for coal projects, removing environmental barriers to accelerate fossil fuel production, opposing renewable energy development.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill requires exemptions from NEPA environmental reviews for coal projects, weakening protections by accelerating coal production without full assessments.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coal

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