Energy (Oil & Gas)

in committee · United States · House Mar 20, 2026

HR 8021: American Petroleum First Act

This bill, known as the American Petroleum First Act, modifies U.S. maritime laws to allow foreign vessels to transport crude oil and petroleum products across American coastal waters. It specifically excludes ships owned, operated, or crewed by Russian or Chinese nationals or governments from this exemption. The legislation aims to increase flexibility for domestic energy transport by permitting non-U.S.-flagged vessels to operate in coastal routes, provided they do not have ties to Russia or China. This change affects shipping companies and maritime operators by expanding the pool of eligible vessels for petroleum transport while maintaining restrictions on vessels from sanctioned nations.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill increases flexibility for domestic energy transport by allowing foreign vessels to move crude oil, supporting energy infrastructure and production.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure

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in committee · United States · House Mar 20, 2026

HR 8034: Protecting America’s Small Oil and Gas Producers and Rural Jobs Act

This bill modifies tax rules to provide financial incentives for small oil and gas producers operating in marginal or low-production areas. It changes how the percentage depletion tax deduction is calculated, allowing a higher deduction rate based on oil prices and adjusting that rate annually using an inflation measure called the Producer Price Index. The legislation also removes certain income limits that restrict how much of this tax benefit producers can claim and doubles the minimum oil production threshold from 1,000 to 2,000 barrels to qualify for the deduction. These tax changes would take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026, primarily affecting independent oil and gas companies and rural communities dependent on these industries.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief by increasing depletion deductions for small oil producers, reducing their tax burden and supporting rural economic development.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides tax incentives and protections for small oil and gas producers, strengthening domestic energy production infrastructure.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill provides tax incentives for oil and gas production, which typically increases fossil fuel extraction and opposes environmental protection goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 16, 2026

S 4116: Geo POWER Act

This bill, known as the Geo POWER Act, creates a new government program to fund geothermal energy projects in areas where such power has not been previously generated. It directs the Department of Energy to provide milestone-based financing to projects in low-permeability rock formations and regions with limited geothermal activity, including areas on or near Indian lands. The program requires projects to achieve specific technical and financial goals to receive funding, with a minimum of three projects awarded across at least three different states. Each funded project must have the potential to generate at least 30 megawatts of electricity or advance innovative drilling technologies that could enable larger-scale commercial geothermal power.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates funding program for geothermal energy projects, advancing renewable energy infrastructure and expanding energy generation in new regions.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds geothermal energy projects, a clean renewable energy source that reduces emissions and supports environmental protection through sustainable power generation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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passed · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HR 7831: License to Drill Act

This bill, known as the License to Drill Act, extends the deadline for collecting fees on new oil and gas drilling permit applications from 2026 to 2037 under the Mineral Leasing Act. It requires the Secretary of the Interior to continue collecting these fees for each new permit application throughout the extended period. The bill also directs that all fees collected between fiscal years 2027 and 2037 be transferred to the BLM Permit Processing Improvement Fund instead of being distributed as previously required. These changes affect the Bureau of Land Management's administrative process for managing oil and gas leasing on federal lands.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends fee collection period for drilling permits, directing funds to BLM Permit Processing Improvement Fund, strengthening fiscal management and government revenue collection.75% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill extends fee collection period for oil and gas drilling permits, potentially increasing revenue for energy infrastructure improvements under the Mineral Leasing Act.65% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill extends fee collection period for oil and gas drilling permits, facilitating increased fossil fuel extraction which may harm environmental protection and climate goals.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Public Lands

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passed · United States · House Mar 25, 2026

HRES 707: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4922) to limit youth offender status in the District of Columbia to individuals 18 years of age or younger, to direct the Attorney General of the District of Columbia to establish and operate a publicly accessible website containing updated statistics on juvenile crime in the District of Columbia, to amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to prohibit the Council of the District of Columbia from enacting changes to existing criminal liability sentences, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5143) to establish standards for law enforcement officers in the District of Columbia to engage in vehicular pursuits of suspects, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5140) to lower the age at which a minor may be tried as an adult for certain criminal offenses in the District of Columbia to 14 years of age; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5125) to amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to terminate the District of Columbia Judicial Nomination Commission, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1047) to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to reform the interconnection queue process for the prioritization and approval of certain projects, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3015) to reestablish the National Coal Council in the Department of Energy to provide advice and recommendations to the Secretary of Energy on matters related to coal and the coal industry, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3062) to establish a more uniform, transparent, and modern process to authorize the construction, connection, operation, and maintenance of international border-crossing facilities for the import and export of oil and natural gas and the transmission of electricity; and for other purposes.

This House resolution is a procedural measure that sets the rules for considering seven separate bills in the U.S. House of Representatives. It allows for the expedited consideration of legislation related to juvenile justice in Washington, D.C., law enforcement vehicle pursuits, judicial nominations, energy infrastructure, and coal industry oversight. The resolution waives points of order and limits debate time to streamline the legislative process for these specific bills.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill H.R. 1047 addresses energy infrastructure by requiring FERC to reform interconnection queue processes, and H.R. 3062 modernizes processes for oil, natural gas, and electricity transmission facilities.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Coal Oil & Gas Transmission

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in committee · United States · House Mar 9, 2026

HR 7873: Taiwan Energy Security and Anti-Embargo Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Taiwan Energy Security and Anti-Embargo Act of 2026, aims to enhance Taiwan's energy security by increasing U.S. liquefied natural gas exports to Taiwan and improving the resilience of its energy infrastructure. The legislation authorizes U.S. government agencies to coordinate with Taiwan on energy projects, provide technical assistance for cybersecurity and physical security improvements, and establish a joint U.S.-Taiwan Energy Security Center. It also directs an assessment of redirecting U.S. LNG exports currently sent to China to Taiwan and encourages Taiwan to maintain and expand its nuclear power capabilities. Additionally, the bill provides for insurance on vessels transporting critical goods to Taiwan and clarifies that the measures do not alter the U.S. One China policy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly aims to enhance energy security by increasing LNG exports, improving infrastructure resilience, and establishing a joint energy security center.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill includes cybersecurity improvements and technical assistance for Taiwan's energy infrastructure, which supports technology security and resilience.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Nuclear Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Cybersecurity

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2026

HR 5617: Geothermal Gold Book Development Act

The Geothermal Gold Book Development Act requires the Department of the Interior to create and publish a "Gold Book" containing standardized procedures for geothermal leasing and permitting on federal lands. This reference guide, to be published within 18 months of the bill's enactment, will cover land use planning, lease sales, and efficient environmental reviews for activities like exploration, drilling, and construction. It directly affects Bureau of Land Management field offices and geothermal developers who will use the Gold Book to streamline permitting processes. The Department must update the Gold Book at least every five years and consult with agencies and stakeholders before publishing it.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFacilitates geothermal energy development by standardizing federal leasing and permitting procedures, advancing renewable energy infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2026

HR 301: GEO Act

Geothermal Energy Opportunity Act or the GEO Act This bill expands the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to establish a deadline for the Department of the Interior to process applications related to geothermal leases. Specifically, Interior must process each application for a geothermal drilling permit or other authorization under a valid existing geothermal lease within 60 days after completing all requirements under applicable federal laws and regulations (including the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, the Endangered Species Act of 1973, and the National Historic Preservation Act) unless a U.S. federal court vacates or provides injunctive relief for the underlying lease.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExpedites geothermal leasing permitting, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure development under geothermal energy policy.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes geothermal energy development, a clean renewable resource, by expediting permit processing to advance environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2025

HR 3488: Valve Safety Fairness Act of 2025

The Valve Safety Fairness Act of 2025 requires the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration to apply an existing 2022 pipeline safety rule to Type A gas gathering lines. This rule mandates specific valve installations and rupture detection systems to prevent pipeline failures and enhance safety. The bill directly affects natural gas pipeline operators managing Type A gathering lines, which transport gas from wells to processing facilities, by requiring compliance with these safety standards. The legislation extends current safety requirements to a previously excluded pipeline category without creating new rules.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates safety rules for natural gas pipelines, preventing failures and protecting energy infrastructure safety per the bill's focus on pipeline safety requirements.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure

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in committee · United States · House Jan 16, 2025

HR 480: Methane Border Adjustment Mechanism Act

This bill establishes a tax on imported oil and natural gas based on the methane emissions from their production in the exporting country. The tax amount is calculated using the same emissions charges that would apply to U.S. producers under Clean Air Act rules, scaled to the volume of the imported product. It aims to incentivize foreign producers to reduce methane emissions by making high-emission imports more expensive, while giving U.S. producers with lower emissions a competitive advantage. The tax would apply to imports after December 31, 2025, and includes provisions for international cooperation to align methane standards globally.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new tax on imported oil and natural gas based on emissions, directly advancing a tax policy under the topic of taxation.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill imposes tax on high-methane imports to incentivize emission reductions, aligning with Clean Air Act standards and promoting cleaner energy production practices.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTax on high-methane imports incentivizes emission reductions, aligns with Clean Air Act standards, and protects environment by making high-emission imports costlier.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Air Quality

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