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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.
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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
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
3Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5576
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate 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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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5576
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