S.4351

Energy Consumer Protection Act of 2026

Introduced·4/21/26

Energy Consumer Protection Act of 2026 amends Federal Power Act and Natural Gas Act to strengthen enforcement against fraudulent reporting.

Energy Consumer Protection Act of 2026 amends the Federal Power Act and the Natural Gas Act to enhance enforcement against fraudulent reporting of natural gas and electric energy data. It prohibits individuals or entities from knowingly reporting false information to federal or private-sector agencies. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission can prohibit or suspend violators from engaging in natural gas, electric energy, or transmission services business. The act also includes amendments to clarify enforcement provisions and update terminology.

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Energy And Natural Resources Committee
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History

Apr 21

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.