H.R.1077

STEAM Act Streamlining Thermal Energy through Advanced Mechanisms Act

Introduced·2/6/25

Streamlines geothermal energy exploration and development in previously studied areas.

The STEAM Act amends the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to expedite geothermal exploration and development in areas already studied or developed. It modifies the National Environmental Policy Act review process to allow for quicker assessments of geothermal projects, aiming to enhance efficiency and reduce delays. This change affects geothermal energy projects by potentially accelerating their approval and implementation.

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In committee
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Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 5

10:00 AM

House Committee on Natural Resources Hearing

Dec 16, 2025

10:15 AM

House Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources Hearing

History

May 20

House

Reported by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-656.

May 20

House

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 570.

Mar 5

House

Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources Discharged