HR5576Referred to Committee

Enhancing Geothermal Production on Federal Lands Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-09-26
Introduced
3
Cosponsors
HR
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Sponsor

Russ Fulcher
Russ Fulcher
Republican · ID · Representative
Votes with party: 94.3% (597 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (3)

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Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 21 - 16.

2026-03-05

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Plain-English Summary

This bill would make it easier for companies to develop geothermal energy projects on federal lands by streamlining the permitting process and potentially offering more favorable lease terms. The changes would aim to increase renewable energy production from geothermal sources while generating revenue for the federal government and creating jobs in energy development. The bill affects energy companies, federal land managers, and communities interested in expanding clean energy alternatives.

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