H.R.5576

Enhancing Geothermal Production on Federal Lands Act

Introduced·9/26/25

Enhancing Geothermal Production on Federal Lands Act aims to expedite geothermal exploration on federal lands.

The Enhancing Geothermal Production on Federal Lands Act amends the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to facilitate quicker exploration for geothermal resources on federal lands. It mandates the Secretary of the Interior to designate geothermal leasing priority areas within three years of enactment. These areas will be reviewed every five years, with potential removal if deemed inappropriate. The Act also requires a programmatic environmental impact statement for these areas and mandates consultation with state, tribal, and local governments.

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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

Mar 5

House

Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources Discharged

Mar 5

House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Mar 5

House

Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 21 - 16.