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BillHR 398 · 119

Geothermal Cost-Recovery Authority Act of 2025

Introduced
Jan 14, 2025
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
May 20, 2026

Bill Summary

Allows companies to recover costs associated with geothermal energy projects through a cost-recovery system. Enables the development of geothermal energy by making it more financially viable for companies to invest in these projects.

Sponsored By

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Democrat · New York · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jan 14, 2025
  4. May 20, 2026You Are Here

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects companies involved in geothermal energy production, making it easier for them to invest in and develop geothermal projects. It also potentially impacts the environment and consumers by increasing the availability of renewable geothermal energy.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedJan 14, 2025
Last UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Latest ActionPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 569.
Subjects
  • Climate

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.