In Committee
Sponsor: Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID] (R)
Latest Action
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held.
Jul 15, 2026
Summary
The bill modifies the 1970 Geothermal Steam Act so that federal lease sales for geothermal resources must be held more frequently and replacement sales are required when leases end. It is intended to encourage steadier development of geothermal energy. The measure has been read twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
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