Zero-Based Regulatory Budgeting to Unleash American Energy Act of 2026

Craig A. Goldman

Republican · TX · Representative

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• Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL-13)Original· 2026-02-17
• August Pfluger (R-TX-11)Original· 2026-02-17
• Barry Moore (R-AL-1)Original· 2026-02-17
• Beth Van Duyne (R-TX-24)Original· 2026-02-17
• Dan Crenshaw (R-TX-2)Original· 2026-02-17
• Pat Harrigan (R-NC-10)Original· 2026-02-17
• Randy K. Weber, Sr. (R-TX-14)Original· 2026-02-17
• Brandon Gill (R-TX-26)· 2026-03-04

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

2026-02-17

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This bill would require federal agencies to justify all energy regulations from scratch each year, rather than automatically continuing existing rules, with the goal of reducing regulatory requirements on energy companies. The approach, called "zero-based budgeting," would force agencies to prove that each regulation is necessary and beneficial before keeping it in place, potentially eliminating rules related to environmental protection, safety, or emissions. Energy companies and producers would likely benefit from fewer restrictions, while environmental advocates worry it could weaken protections for air and water quality.

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