Energy

signed · United States · Senate Mar 14, 2025

SJRES 11: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources".

This joint resolution (SJRES 11) directs Congress to disapprove a specific rule issued by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) concerning "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources," which was published in the Federal Register on September 3, 2024 (89 Fed. Reg. 71160). The resolution blocks the rule from taking effect, meaning it will have no legal force or authority. This action directly affects activities regulated under the rule, such as offshore energy projects that may impact marine archaeological sites like shipwrecks or submerged cultural resources. The resolution uses the statutory process under Chapter 8 of Title 5, U.S. Code, to override the agency's regulation without creating new policy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill blocks a BOEM rule affecting offshore energy projects, removing a regulatory barrier for energy development.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

in committee · United States · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 2867: Farmer First Fuel Incentives Act

HR 2867, the "Farmer First Fuel Incentives Act," modifies tax credits for clean fuel production under the Internal Revenue Code. It requires that feedstocks used for qualifying fuel must be produced or grown in the U.S. (effective 2025), excludes indirect land use change emissions from lifecycle calculations (effective 2026), and extends the clean fuel production credit deadline from 2027 to 2034. These changes directly affect renewable fuel producers seeking tax credits under Section 45Z by altering eligibility rules, emissions calculations, and the program's timeline. The bill aims to prioritize domestic feedstocks and adjust emissions accounting for clean fuel tax incentives.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends clean fuel tax credit deadline to 2034 and modifies eligibility, maintaining tax incentives for renewable producers under Section 45Z.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExtends clean fuel tax credits until 2034, requires domestic feedstocks, and excludes emissions calculations - directly strengthening renewable fuel producer incentives under Section 45Z.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentExcludes indirect land use change emissions from lifecycle calculations, weakening environmental impact assessment for biofuels while prioritizing agricultural industry interests.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExtends tax credits for clean fuel production, promoting sustainable transportation through renewable fuel incentives under vehicle regulations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Apr 1, 2025

HR 2545: Financing Our Energy Future Act

This bill amends the tax code to expand eligibility for publicly traded partnerships in the clean energy sector. It specifically defines qualifying activities, including generating power from solar/wind (using "qualified energy resources"), operating energy storage systems, processing renewable biomass, and producing low-emission fuels. These partnerships can now qualify for favorable tax treatment if they engage in these defined activities, directly affecting how such businesses structure investments. The changes apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAmends tax code to provide favorable tax treatment for clean energy partnerships, directly advancing fiscal policy for renewable sector through expanded tax benefits.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExpands tax incentives for solar/wind, energy storage, and renewable biomass, directly promoting clean energy infrastructure investment through tax code amendments.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill provides tax incentives for clean energy activities (solar/wind, low-emission fuels) to expand clean energy sector investment, directly advancing environmental protection through clean energy promotion.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Renewable Energy Solar

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in committee · United States · House Feb 26, 2025

HR 1622: Uranium for Energy Independence Act of 2025

HR 1622 reclassifies uranium as a critical mineral under federal law, overriding existing exclusions. It retroactively includes uranium on the 2022 critical minerals list published by the U.S. Geological Survey and mandates its inclusion in all future lists under the Energy Act of 2020. This change directly affects federal programs managing critical mineral supply chains, such as defense stockpiling and domestic production incentives. The bill does not create new funding or regulations but alters uranium's regulatory status to prioritize its role in national energy security.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyReclassifies uranium as critical mineral to strengthen domestic nuclear energy supply chain and energy independence, aligning with clean energy infrastructure support.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Nuclear

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in committee · United States · House Jan 14, 2026

HR 7066: SHIELD Act

HR 7066, the SHIELD Act, requires electricity utilities to fully recover grid upgrade costs from large commercial or industrial facilities (those with peak demand over 75 megawatts) that drive these upgrades. It prioritizes new service requests from such facilities that use energy efficiency, onsite storage, or zero-emission energy (like solar or wind) to meet their needs. The bill also defines "large load facilities" to exclude existing sites where increased demand results from electrification or emissions-reduction efforts. Utilities must implement these requirements within 2 years, with states reporting progress to Congress. This directly affects major electricity consumers and shapes how grid costs are allocated.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPrioritizes new service for facilities using zero-emission energy (solar/wind) and energy efficiency, directly advancing renewable energy adoption and grid modernization.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPrioritizes new service for facilities using zero-emission energy (solar/wind) and energy efficiency, directly promoting clean energy adoption per bill language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Energy Efficiency Solar

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in committee · United States · House Jun 24, 2026

HR 2986: Expediting Generator Interconnection Procedures Act of 2025

HR 2986, the Expediting Generator Interconnection Procedures Act of 2025, requires the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to create new rules within 18 months to speed up the process for new energy projects (like solar, wind, and battery storage) to connect to the electric grid. The bill mandates transmission providers (utilities) to use realistic technical modeling for each project type, offer cost-effective solutions for grid upgrades, and share clear information with project developers. It also requires transmission providers to adopt better queue management practices and improve transparency to reduce delays and costs. This directly affects new energy developers and transmission providers by making grid connection faster and more predictable.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAccelerates renewable energy project interconnection via FERC rules, directly supporting solar/wind/battery storage grid access and grid modernization.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill expedites renewable energy project interconnection, promoting solar, wind, and battery storage deployment to advance clean energy and reduce emissions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Pipeline Infrastructure Transmission

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in committee · United States · House Sep 15, 2025

HRES 716: Supporting the designation of the week of September 15 through September 19, 2025, as "National Clean Energy Week".

HRES 716 is a symbolic resolution designating September 15-19, 2025, as "National Clean Energy Week" to raise awareness about clean energy. It encourages voluntary actions like investing in clean energy technologies but does not create new laws, funding, or requirements. The resolution cites the clean energy sector's economic role (noting 8.5 million U.S. jobs in 2024 per the Department of Energy) and applauds national laboratories. As a non-binding gesture, it directly affects no individuals or entities but aims to promote existing clean energy initiatives.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergySymbolic resolution promotes clean energy awareness and cites 8.5M clean energy jobs, aligning with renewable energy advocacy without binding requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 17, 2026

S 3684: Water Power Research and Development Reauthorization Act

S 3684 reauthorizes and expands U.S. government funding for water power research, specifically targeting hydropower and marine energy technologies. It increases annual funding to $300 million (2026-2030), with $200 million for marine energy and $100 million for hydropower, focusing on new research areas like arctic marine systems, invasive species mitigation, and grid integration. Key provisions include streamlining hydropower licensing studies, advancing manufacturing of marine energy components through university-industry partnerships, and requiring workforce development programs for Tribal communities and educational institutions. The bill mandates annual congressional briefings on research progress and incorporates cybersecurity into hydropower infrastructure studies. It directly affects federal agencies, research institutions, Tribal entities, and the marine energy industry through expanded funding and new research priorities.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds $300M annually for hydropower and marine energy R&D, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and research priorities.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds $300M annually for hydropower/marine energy R&D, promoting renewable clean energy sources that reduce emissions and advance environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hydroelectric

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in committee · United States · House Nov 18, 2025

HR 6098: Climate Solutions Act of 2025

The Climate Solutions Act of 2025 establishes binding national targets to reduce U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. It requires electric utilities to generate 100% renewable electricity by 2035 and sets cumulative annual energy efficiency targets for electricity (reaching 11.25% savings by 2032) and natural gas (reaching 4.05% savings by 2032). The bill mandates the EPA to set annual emissions reduction targets, requiring U.S. net emissions to be 52% below 2005 levels by 2035 and reach net zero by 2050. These provisions directly affect energy providers, utilities, and all consumers through new federal standards for renewable energy adoption and efficiency improvements.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates 100% renewable electricity by 2035, sets binding emissions targets, and establishes energy efficiency goals for electricity and natural gas, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and emissions reduction.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentSets binding emissions targets, mandates 100% renewable electricity by 2035, and requires EPA enforcement of 52% emissions reduction by 2035.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Climate Change

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in committee · United States · House Sep 18, 2025

HR 5464: Net Metering Protection Act

HR 5464, the Net Metering Protection Act, protects state-level net metering standards that allow residential and commercial solar customers to receive credit for excess electricity they send back to the grid. The bill prevents federal commissions, state boards, or other entities from blocking or interfering with state regulatory agencies or nonregulated utilities from implementing these net metering standards. This directly affects homeowners with solar panels, local utilities, and state energy regulators by ensuring they can continue offering fair compensation for solar-generated power without federal or state-level obstruction. The law specifically targets barriers to existing net metering policies under federal energy law, not creating new requirements.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProtects net metering standards allowing solar customers to receive credits for excess electricity, directly advancing renewable energy adoption and consumer incentives for solar infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProtects net metering for solar energy, promoting renewable adoption and reducing fossil fuel reliance. Directly advances clean energy infrastructure per bill's purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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