Energy

in committee · United States · House Nov 17, 2025

HR 6068: PROTECT Florida Act

HR 6068, the PROTECT Florida Act, extends the existing moratorium on oil and gas leasing and exploration in the Gulf of Mexico through 2032 and adds a new, permanent ban on these activities off Florida’s Atlantic coast. It directly affects federal agencies (like the Department of the Interior), which cannot issue permits for oil/gas exploration, seismic testing, or related activities in two specific zones: the Straits of Florida and the South Atlantic Planning Area south of Florida’s coastline. The bill blocks all leasing, preleasing, and exploration permits in these areas from enactment until June 30, 2032. This policy change prevents new offshore drilling and seismic surveys in Florida’s coastal waters, aiming to protect marine environments and coastal communities.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill bans oil/gas exploration in Gulf and Atlantic coasts, restricting fossil fuel energy production and development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill bans oil/gas exploration in Florida's Gulf and Atlantic coasts, preventing environmental damage from drilling and protecting marine ecosystems per its permanent moratorium.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Coastal & Flood Protection

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in committee · United States · House Jan 23, 2025

HR 674: Northeast Fisheries Heritage Protection Act of 2025

HR 674 prohibits new commercial offshore wind energy development in Lobster Management Area 1 (a specific fishing zone in the Gulf of Maine critical to the New England lobster and seafood industry). The bill directly affects commercial fishermen, seafood processors, and coastal communities dependent on this area’s fisheries, which support thousands of jobs and generate over $500 million annually in lobster harvest alone. Key provisions include banning new wind energy leases in the area and requiring a federal study within 120 days to evaluate how current environmental reviews for Gulf of Maine wind projects consider impacts on marine life, fishing industries, and coastal communities. The study will assess existing agency processes for reviewing wind projects, not change those processes.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill explicitly prohibits new offshore wind energy development, directly restricting renewable energy infrastructure in a designated area.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks offshore wind energy development (clean energy) to protect fishing industry, opposing climate action and environmental progress95% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill restricts offshore wind development in a fishing zone, limiting job opportunities for commercial fishermen and coastal communities dependent on fisheries.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Wind Coastal & Flood Protection

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in committee · United States · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 2871: Safeguarding U.S. Supply Chains Act

HR 2871, the Safeguarding U.S. Supply Chains Act, blocks tax credits for manufacturers using components made by certain foreign entities deemed security risks. It specifically prohibits the advanced manufacturing production tax credit (Section 45X of the tax code) for components produced by "foreign entities of concern" as defined in a 2021 defense law. The bill also extends this restriction to qualifying battery components made using technology from those same entities. This directly affects manufacturers seeking the tax credit who rely on supply chains involving designated foreign entities. The changes apply to components produced and sold after the bill's enactment date.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBlocks tax credits for manufacturers using restricted components, restricting a tax incentive under Section 45X of the tax code.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks tax credits for renewable energy battery components from 'foreign entities of concern,' directly restricting clean energy infrastructure development via funding limitations.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill restricts tax credits for tech components from security-risk entities, enhancing supply chain cybersecurity by preventing use of compromised technology.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Energy Storage

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in committee · United States · House Jan 16, 2025

HR 549: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the clean fuel production credit.

HR 549 repeals a tax credit for clean fuel production from the Internal Revenue Code. It directly affects companies that produce clean fuel, removing a financial incentive they previously received. The bill eliminates Section 45Z of the tax code, which provided this credit, meaning businesses will no longer qualify for this specific tax benefit. The repeal takes effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepeals clean fuel tax credit (Section 45Z), removing a business tax incentive. Reduces tax expenditures, directly restricting a tax benefit per topic definition.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRepeals tax credit for clean fuel production, removing financial incentive for renewable energy companies, directly weakening clean energy support.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals tax credit for clean fuel production, removing financial incentive for clean energy development, weakening environmental support.90% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRepeals clean fuel production tax credit (Section 45Z), weakening financial incentives for sustainable transportation alternatives. Directly removes support for clean fuel industry, contradicting sustainable transportation goals.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Credits

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 20, 2025

S 651: Unplug the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Programs Act

This bill repeals two federal programs that provided funding for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. It eliminates the grant program for charging/fueling stations under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and terminates the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program. The bill specifically removes authorization for new grants, cancels unspent funds, and prohibits future use of federal money for these programs. As a result, the federal government will no longer fund or support the development of EV charging networks through these specific mechanisms.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill repeals federal funding for EV charging infrastructure, directly defunding renewable energy infrastructure programs under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill repeals federal funding for EV charging infrastructure, eliminating programs that support clean transportation and emissions reduction efforts, directly weakening environmental progress.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill repeals federal funding for EV charging infrastructure, reducing technology adoption and limiting access to electric vehicle charging networks.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill repeals federal EV charging infrastructure programs, eliminating grants and canceling unspent funds, directly cutting transportation infrastructure funding for electric vehicles.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Oil & Gas Data Privacy Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways

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passed · United States · House Feb 25, 2026

HR 4758: Homeowner Energy Freedom Act

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act This bill repeals the Department of Energy's (1) high-efficiency electric home rebate program for certain electrification projects in low- or moderate-income households, (2) state-based home energy efficiency contractor training grants, and (3) assistance for states and local governments to adopt specified building energy codes. It also rescinds any unobligated balances available for the rebates or adopting the building energy codes. (The unobligated balances for the contractor training grants were previously rescinded by the 2025 reconciliation act.)

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill repeals energy efficiency rebates, contractor grants, and building code assistance programs, directly defunding initiatives supporting renewable energy adoption and home energy efficiency.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals energy efficiency rebates, contractor grants, and building code assistance programs that promote environmental protection and reduced emissions.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRepeals energy efficiency rebates and grants for low-income households, defunding programs that support affordable housing affordability and energy costs for vulnerable residents.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill defunds energy efficiency programs that support smart grid technology and electrification infrastructure, limiting technological advancement in home energy systems.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Building Codes Homeownership

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in committee · United States · House Jan 14, 2025

HR 383: End Oil and Gas Tax Subsidies Act of 2025

The End Oil and Gas Tax Subsidies Act of 2025 would eliminate several tax benefits currently available to oil and gas companies, including credits for enhanced oil recovery, deductions for intangible drilling costs, and percentage depletion allowances. It would also prohibit major integrated oil companies (defined as those meeting specific production and revenue thresholds) from using last-in, first-out accounting for inventory purposes. These changes would take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024, directly affecting oil and gas producers who currently claim these tax benefits. The legislation removes specific tax advantages that have been available to the oil and gas industry, potentially increasing their tax burden.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesEliminates tax subsidies for oil/gas companies, restricting corporate tax breaks and closing loopholes.90% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyEliminates tax subsidies for oil/gas companies, reducing financial support for fossil fuels and aligning with reducing fossil fuel dependence.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEliminates oil/gas tax subsidies, reducing industry financial support and aligning with environmental protection goals by discouraging fossil fuel reliance.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Sales Tax Tax Credits Oil & Gas

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in committee · United States · Senate Oct 27, 2025

S 1681: Shenandoah Mountain Act

The Shenandoah Mountain Act establishes a 92,562-acre National Scenic Area in Virginia's George Washington and Jefferson National Forests to protect natural features like water quality, wildlife habitats, and old-growth forests. It designates five new wilderness areas (totaling ~33,857 acres) and prohibits new roads, timber harvesting, energy development, and certain land uses within the scenic area, while allowing existing recreational activities and motorized travel on current roads. The Forest Service must develop a trail plan within two years to improve nonmotorized trails and manage the area to balance conservation with public access. Private land access within the boundaries remains unaffected, and wilderness areas will be managed under the existing Wilderness Act.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyProhibits new energy development in protected wilderness areas, directly restricting all new energy projects including renewables within the designated scenic area.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes protected area, prohibits timber harvesting/energy development, and safeguards water quality/wildlife habitats - directly advances environmental conservation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Forestry Parks & Recreation

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 28, 2025

SJRES 50: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment".

This joint resolution seeks congressional disapproval of a Department of Energy rule that established energy efficiency standards for certain appliances. The rule required manufacturers to meet specific certification, labeling, and enforcement standards for products like refrigerators and washing machines. Under the resolution, if approved, the rule would be voided, preventing it from taking effect as a federal regulation. This action directly affects appliance manufacturers and retailers who would have had to comply with the new standards. The process follows the Congressional Review Act (Chapter 8 of Title 5 U.S. Code) to block regulations without new legislation.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks DOE rule requiring energy efficiency standards for appliances, weakening regulatory requirements95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill seeks to void DOE energy efficiency standards for appliances, removing requirements that reduce energy consumption and pollution. Directly weakens environmental regulations by deregulating appliance standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Conservation

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in committee · United States · House May 1, 2025

HR 3147: Transparency and Honesty in Energy Regulations Act

HR 3147, the "Transparency and Honesty in Energy Regulations Act," prohibits federal agencies from using estimates of the climate damage costs from carbon, methane, and nitrous oxide emissions (known as the "social cost" metrics) when creating new rules or guidance. This applies to all agencies, including the EPA, and bans these calculations from cost-benefit analyses required under major executive orders. The bill also requires agencies to report to Congress within 120 days of enactment on how often they previously used these metrics in rulemaking since 2009. The law directly affects how agencies develop environmental regulations by removing specific climate cost estimates from their decision-making process.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBans use of climate damage metrics in energy regulations, weakening environmental standards that support clean energy transition85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBans federal agencies from using social cost metrics for emissions in regulations, removing key environmental impact considerations from rulemaking.95% confidence

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