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HR 279·LA·house

ENERGY: Recognizes the value of geothermal energy development in the state

AdoptedFiled May 13, 2026
Sponsor: Joe Orgeron (R)
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Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.

Jun 3, 2026

Summary

The resolution acknowledges Louisiana’s geothermal potential and calls on state agencies to create the legal and regulatory framework needed for geothermal electricity, industrial heat, and cooling projects. It highlights the state’s existing oil‑and‑gas expertise and infrastructure as assets for scaling geothermal energy. The measure aims to boost the state’s energy security and economy without allocating funding.

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