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BillHR 8241 · 119

Power for the People Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 9, 2026
Cosponsors
23
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 9, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires utilities to generate a certain percentage of their electricity from renewable sources, promoting cleaner energy production. Funds research and development of new renewable energy technologies.

Sponsored By

Paul Tonko
Democrat · New York · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 9, 2026
  3. Apr 9, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    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

Affects utility companies and their customers, as it would lead to increased use of renewable energy sources and potentially lower greenhouse gas emissions. Impacts communities near renewable energy facilities, such as wind farms or solar panels, which could see increased investment and job creation.

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
23backers
  • Democratic23
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

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Cosponsors (23)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Commerce
IntroducedApr 9, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 9, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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.