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Enhancing Geothermal Production on Federal Lands Act

3/7/2026, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5576

The "Enhancing Geothermal Production on Federal Lands Act" (H.R. 5576) was introduced in the 119th Congress on September 26, 2025. The bill aims to enhance geothermal energy production on federal lands. Specific provisions and directives within the bill include measures to streamline permitting processes, promote increased exploration and development of geothermal resources, and allocate resources to support research and innovation in geothermal technology. For further details and the full text of the bill, please refer to the official PDF version available at https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr5576/BILLS-119hr5576ih.pdf.

Current Status of Bill HR 5576

Bill HR 5576 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 26, 2025. Bill HR 5576 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on September 26, 2025.  Bill HR 5576's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 21 - 16. as of March 5, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5576

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
3
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5576

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5576

To amend the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to promote timely exploration for geothermal resources under geothermal leases, and for other purposes.
To amend the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to promote timely exploration for geothermal resources under geothermal leases, and for other purposes.

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