Energy

in committee · United States · House Oct 21, 2025

HRES 823: Supporting the designation of the week beginning on October 19, 2025, as "Coal Week".

HRES 823 is a symbolic resolution proposing to designate the week beginning October 19, 2025, as "Coal Week" to recognize the coal industry's historical and current contributions to U.S. energy, military readiness, and economic stability. It does not create new laws or funding, but rather offers non-binding support for acknowledging coal's role in providing reliable power (19.5% of U.S. electricity in 2022) and its declining emissions through technological advancements. The resolution highlights coal as a "reliable and affordable source of baseload power" and notes its global significance (36% of worldwide electricity). This is purely a commemorative gesture with no direct impact on policy or affected parties beyond symbolic recognition of the coal sector.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergySymbolic resolution honors coal industry, favoring fossil fuels over renewable energy transition without advancing clean energy policies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Coal

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 1, 2025

S 1229: End Taxpayer Subsidies for Electric Vehicles Act

This bill repeals the federal tax credit for purchasing new electric vehicles by removing Section 30D from the Internal Revenue Code. It directly affects individuals who would have claimed this credit when buying a new EV, eliminating the $7,500 tax benefit for qualifying vehicles placed in service after the law's enactment. Key provisions include deleting references to the credit throughout tax code sections and making conforming amendments to other provisions. The change takes effect for vehicles purchased after the bill becomes law, ending the federal subsidy for new EV buyers.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepeals federal EV tax credit, eliminating $7,500 tax benefit for buyers, directly reducing tax relief for individuals.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill repeals $7,500 federal EV tax credit, directly weakening consumer incentives for electric vehicles and hindering renewable energy adoption in transportation.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRemoves $7,500 federal tax credit for EVs, reducing incentives that promote clean transportation and lower emissions, directly weakening environmental progress.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationEliminates $7,500 EV tax credit, defunding sustainable transportation incentive and restricting EV adoption support.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Tax Credits Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · United States · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 2881: COAST Anti-Drilling Act of 2025

HR 2881, the COAST Anti-Drilling Act of 2025, prohibits the federal government from issuing new oil and gas leases in four specific coastal planning areas: the North Atlantic, Mid-Atlantic, South Atlantic, and Straits of Florida. This directly affects the Department of the Interior (specifically the Secretary) and oil and gas companies seeking to explore or develop resources in these regions. The bill amends the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to ban all new leasing authorizations in these areas, as defined by the 2024-2029 leasing program notice. It does not affect existing leases or operations but prevents future development in these designated coastal zones.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyProhibits new oil/gas leases in coastal areas, restricting fossil fuel development and opposing expansion of traditional energy production.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits new offshore oil/gas leases in ecologically sensitive coastal zones, preventing habitat destruction and pollution risks from drilling activities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Coastal & Flood Protection

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in committee · United States · House Jan 23, 2025

HR 676: To exempt Federal actions related to energy and mineral activities on certain Federal lands from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969.

This bill (HR 676) would exempt specific federal permits and leases for energy and mineral projects on certain public lands from the environmental review process required under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). It removes the need for environmental assessments when the government issues or renews leases under the Mineral Leasing Act for oil, gas, or coal development, or permits under the Mining Law of 1872 for critical minerals on lands open to mineral entry. The exemption applies only to these designated actions on federal lands where mineral extraction is permitted. This policy change directly affects energy and mining companies seeking to develop resources on such lands by eliminating a mandatory environmental review step.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyExempts oil, gas, coal projects from NEPA reviews, facilitating fossil fuel development and opposing renewable energy advancement by removing environmental barriers.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentExempts energy/mineral projects from NEPA environmental reviews, removing regulatory oversight required for environmental impact assessments.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coal Oil & Gas Public Lands

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SJRES 4: 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: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters".

This joint resolution would block a Department of Energy rule setting new efficiency standards for gas-fired instant water heaters. The rule, published in the Federal Register on December 26, 2024, would have required manufacturers to produce more energy-efficient models. If passed, the resolution would prevent this rule from taking effect, keeping current efficiency standards in place. The direct impact is on water heater manufacturers and consumers purchasing these products.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks DOE rule setting higher efficiency standards for gas water heaters, maintaining current (less efficient) standards and weakening energy conservation requirements.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks DOE rule raising efficiency standards for water heaters, maintaining current less efficient models that increase energy use and emissions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Conservation

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in committee · United States · House Jan 22, 2025

HJRES 26: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles-Phase 3".

HJRES 26 is a congressional resolution seeking to block a new Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that set stricter greenhouse gas emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles like trucks and buses. If passed, it would prevent the rule - published in April 2024 - from taking effect, directly affecting vehicle manufacturers required to meet the new standards. The bill uses the Congressional Review Act process to formally disapprove the EPA rule, which would nullify its requirements without altering the underlying regulations.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks EPA rule establishing stricter greenhouse gas emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles, weakening clean energy regulations.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks EPA rule requiring stricter greenhouse gas standards for heavy-duty vehicles, preventing stronger emissions regulations and weakening environmental protections.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBlocks EPA emissions rule for heavy-duty vehicles, weakening regulatory standards in transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Vehicle Registration

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in committee · United States · House Jan 9, 2025

HJRES 15: 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: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Water Heating Equipment".

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Water Heating Equipment , which was submitted by the Department of Energy on October 6, 2023. The rule adopts more stringent energy conservation standards for commercial water heating equipment under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act in order to achieve more energy savings.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill nullifies stricter energy conservation standards for commercial water heaters, directly weakening efficiency requirements under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentNullifies energy efficiency rule for commercial water heaters, reversing stricter standards that would reduce energy use and emissions. Directly weakens environmental regulation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Conservation

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 12, 2026

S 3082: American Shores Protection Act of 2025

This bill prohibits new oil and gas exploration, development, and production in specific offshore areas along Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina coasts. It bans leasing for these activities from enactment until June 30, 2032, covering the Eastern Gulf of Mexico (per the 2006 Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act), the South Atlantic Planning Area, and the Straits of Florida Planning Area. Existing leases issued before the bill's enactment remain unaffected. The bill directly affects oil and gas companies seeking permits in these designated coastal zones.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill prohibits new oil and gas exploration, restricting fossil fuel energy production in specified offshore areas.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans new offshore oil/gas exploration in ecologically sensitive coastal areas, directly protecting marine ecosystems and preventing potential environmental damage from drilling activities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Coastal & Flood Protection

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in committee · United States · House Feb 27, 2025

HR 1754: FARM Act of 2025

HR 1754, the FARM Act of 2025, blocks tax credits for renewable energy projects on agricultural land. It amends the tax code to deny credits under Sections 48 (solar) and 45 (wind) for public utilities installing solar or wind facilities on agricultural land as defined by existing law (Food Security Act of 1985). The bill directly affects public utilities seeking tax incentives for new renewable energy installations on farmland. The provisions apply to property placed in service after the bill's enactment date. This is a tax code change, not a new program, and does not impact individual farmers or non-public utility projects.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill blocks tax credits for renewable energy on agricultural land, removing tax incentives. This restricts tax benefits, aligning with 'oppose' stance for Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks tax credits for solar/wind on agricultural land under Sections 48 and 45, directly restricting renewable energy development incentives.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks tax credits for solar/wind on farmland, directly hindering renewable energy expansion and environmental protection efforts per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar Tags Agriculture

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passed · United States · House Feb 24, 2026

HRES 1075: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4626) to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to prohibit the Secretary of Energy from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for a product that is not technologically feasible and economically justified, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4758) to repeal provisions of Public Law 117–169 relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification, and for other purposes.

HRES 1075 is a procedural resolution that enables the House to debate and vote on two specific bills. It allows consideration of H.R. 4626, which would prevent the Energy Secretary from setting new appliance efficiency standards unless they are both technologically possible and economically reasonable for manufacturers. It also enables consideration of H.R. 4758, which would eliminate federal tax subsidies for home electrification projects under Public Law 117-169. This resolution waives objections to debating these bills and sets rules for their floor consideration. The resolution itself does not change policy but facilitates the legislative process for these two bills.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepeals tax subsidies for home electrification (H.R. 4758), reducing government spending on subsidies and limiting fiscal support for such programs.85% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRestricts new appliance efficiency standards and eliminates tax subsidies for home electrification, opposing clean energy policies.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks stricter appliance efficiency standards (H.R. 4626) and eliminates home electrification tax subsidies (H.R. 4758), weakening environmental regulations and clean energy adoption.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Conservation

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