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Cost-Share Accountability Act of 2025
4/23/2025, 11:41 AM
Summary of Bill HR 359
Bill 119 hr 359, also known as the "Energy Policy Act Reporting Amendment Act," aims to make changes to the Energy Policy Act of 2005. The main focus of this bill is to require reporting on certain cost-share requirements related to energy projects.
The bill would mandate that any entity receiving federal funding for energy projects must report on the cost-sharing arrangements involved. This reporting would provide transparency and accountability for how taxpayer dollars are being used in these projects.
In addition to the reporting requirements, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to energy policy. These additional purposes could include measures to promote renewable energy, improve energy efficiency, or address other energy-related issues. Overall, Bill 119 hr 359 seeks to enhance oversight and transparency in energy projects that receive federal funding, while also potentially advancing energy policy goals.
The bill would mandate that any entity receiving federal funding for energy projects must report on the cost-sharing arrangements involved. This reporting would provide transparency and accountability for how taxpayer dollars are being used in these projects.
In addition to the reporting requirements, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to energy policy. These additional purposes could include measures to promote renewable energy, improve energy efficiency, or address other energy-related issues. Overall, Bill 119 hr 359 seeks to enhance oversight and transparency in energy projects that receive federal funding, while also potentially advancing energy policy goals.
Congressional Summary of HR 359
Cost-Share Accountability Act of 2025
This bill requires the Department of Energy (DOE) to report on the use of its authority to reduce or eliminate the nonfederal cost-sharing requirements for federally-funded projects regarding research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities under the Energy Policy Act of 2005. DOE must submit a report within 120 days of the enactment of this bill and at least quarterly thereafter.
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Current Status of Bill HR 359
Bill HR 359 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since March 25, 2025. Bill HR 359 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 13, 2025. Bill HR 359's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of March 25, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 359
Total Number of Sponsors
9Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
9Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 359
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 359
To amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to require reporting relating to certain cost-share requirements, and for other purposes.
To amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to require reporting relating to certain cost-share requirements, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 359
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