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GEO Act
3/7/2026, 9:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 301
Bill 119 HR 301, also known as the Geothermal Steam Act Amendment, aims to make changes to the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970. The main goal of this bill is to establish a deadline for processing applications related to geothermal leasing.
Currently, there is no specific timeline for processing these applications, which can lead to delays and uncertainty for those seeking to lease geothermal resources. This bill seeks to address this issue by setting a deadline for the processing of these applications, ensuring a more efficient and timely process for those involved.
By establishing a deadline, this bill aims to streamline the leasing process and provide more clarity and certainty for those seeking to utilize geothermal resources. This could potentially lead to increased investment and development in the geothermal energy sector, which is seen as a clean and renewable energy source. Overall, the Geothermal Steam Act Amendment is aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the geothermal leasing process, ultimately benefiting both the industry and the environment.
Currently, there is no specific timeline for processing these applications, which can lead to delays and uncertainty for those seeking to lease geothermal resources. This bill seeks to address this issue by setting a deadline for the processing of these applications, ensuring a more efficient and timely process for those involved.
By establishing a deadline, this bill aims to streamline the leasing process and provide more clarity and certainty for those seeking to utilize geothermal resources. This could potentially lead to increased investment and development in the geothermal energy sector, which is seen as a clean and renewable energy source. Overall, the Geothermal Steam Act Amendment is aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the geothermal leasing process, ultimately benefiting both the industry and the environment.
Congressional Summary of HR 301
Geothermal Energy Opportunity Act or the GEO Act
This bill expands the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to establish a deadline for the Department of the Interior to process applications related to geothermal leases. Specifically, Interior must process each application for a geothermal drilling permit or other authorization under a valid existing geothermal lease within 60 days after completing all requirements under applicable federal laws and regulations (including the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, the Endangered Species Act of 1973, and the National Historic Preservation Act) unless a U.S. federal court vacates or provides injunctive relief for the underlying lease.
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Current Status of Bill HR 301
Bill HR 301 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2025. Bill HR 301 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2025. Bill HR 301's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent. as of March 5, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 301
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
7Democrat Cosponsors
3Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 301
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 301
To amend the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to establish a deadline for processing applications related to geothermal leasing.
To amend the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to establish a deadline for processing applications related to geothermal leasing.
Comments
Amari Sharma
673
30 days ago
I can't believe this bill is actually happening. It's going to have such a negative impact on so many people. Who is going to be affected by this?
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 301
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