H.R.1 — Lower Energy Costs Act

House Roll Call

H.R.1

Roll 167 • Congress 118, Session 1 • Mar 29, 2023 6:01 PM • Result: Agreed to

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BillH.R.1 — Lower Energy Costs Act
Vote questionOn Agreeing to the Amendment
Vote typeRecorded Vote
ResultAgreed to
TotalsYea 221 / Nay 208 / Present 0 / Not Voting 11
PartyYeaNayPresentNot Voting
R221300
D0205011
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On Agreeing to the Amendment

Bill Analysis

Bill Summary: H.R. 1 - Lower Energy Costs Act (118th Congress)

The Lower Energy Costs Act (H.R. 1) aims to reduce energy costs for consumers and businesses by promoting domestic energy production, streamlining regulatory processes, and enhancing energy infrastructure. The bill seeks to address energy affordability and security through various provisions that impact multiple sectors.

Key Provisions:

  1. Regulatory Reforms: H.R. 1 proposes to expedite the permitting process for energy projects, particularly in the oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors. This includes measures to simplify environmental reviews and reduce delays associated with federal and state approvals.

  2. Energy Production Incentives: The bill includes incentives for increased domestic energy production, particularly for fossil fuels and renewable energy sources. It encourages the development of new technologies and infrastructure to support energy extraction and distribution.

  3. Natural Gas Export Facilitation: H.R. 1 seeks to streamline the approval process for liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, aiming to enhance U.S. competitiveness in global energy markets.

  4. Funding and Authorities: The bill authorizes funding for various energy-related programs, although specific appropriations are subject to future budget negotiations. It also grants authorities to federal agencies, including the Department of Energy and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, to implement the proposed changes.

Beneficiaries and Regulation: The primary beneficiaries of the Lower Energy Costs Act include energy producers, consumers facing high energy prices, and industries reliant on affordable energy. The bill also impacts regulatory agencies tasked with overseeing energy production and environmental protection.

Key Timelines: Following its introduction, the bill has undergone technical corrections, with the latest action allowing the Clerk to amend section numbers and references for clarity. Further legislative action and debates are anticipated as the bill moves through the congressional process.

In summary, H.R. 1 represents a comprehensive approach to lowering energy costs through regulatory reform, increased production, and infrastructure development, with significant implications for both the energy sector and consumers.

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Yea (221)

K
Kelly Armstrong

ND • R • Aye

D
Dan Bishop

NC • R • Aye

K
Ken Buck

CO • R • Aye

L
Larry Bucshon

IN • R • Aye

M
Michael Burgess

TX • R • Aye

K
Ken Calvert

CA • R • Aye

J
Jerry Carl

AL • R • Aye

L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer

OR • R • Aye

A
Anthony D'Esposito

NY • R • Aye

J
John Duarte

CA • R • Aye

J
Jeff Duncan

SC • R • Aye

A
A. Ferguson

GA • R • Aye

S
Scott Franklin

FL • R • Aye

M
Matt Gaetz

FL • R • Aye

M
Mike Gallagher

WI • R • Aye

M
Mike Garcia

CA • R • Aye

J
Jenniffer González-Colón

PR • R • Aye

B
Bob Good

VA • R • Aye

K
Kay Granger

TX • R • Aye

G
Garret Graves

LA • R • Aye

M
Mark Green

TN • R • Aye

B
Bill Johnson

OH • R • Aye

D
Doug Lamborn

CO • R • Aye

J
Jake LaTurner

KS • R • Aye

D
Debbie Lesko

AZ • R • Aye

B
Blaine Luetkemeyer

MO • R • Aye

L
Lisa McClain

MI • R • Aye

P
Patrick McHenry

NC • R • Aye

M
Marcus Molinaro

NY • R • Aye

A
Alexander Mooney

WV • R • Aye

G
Greg Pence

IN • R • Aye

C
Cathy Rodgers

WA • R • Aye

M
Matthew Rosendale

MT • R • Aye

J
John Rutherford

FL • R • Aye

G
George Santos

NY • R • Aye

D
David Schweikert

AZ • R • Aye

P
Pete Sessions

TX • R • Aye

M
Michelle Steel

CA • R • Aye

C
Chris Stewart

UT • R • Aye

M
Michael Waltz

FL • R • Aye

B
Brad Wenstrup

OH • R • Aye

B
Brandon Williams

NY • R • Aye

Nay (208)

C
Colin Allred

TX • D • No

J
Jamaal Bowman

NY • D • No

C
Cori Bush

MO • D • No

Y
Yadira Caraveo

CO • D • No

T
Tony Cárdenas

CA • D • No

M
Matt Cartwright

PA • D • No

D
David Cicilline

RI • D • No

G
Gerald Connolly

VA • D • No

J
Jason Crow

CO • D • No

L
Lloyd Doggett

TX • D • No

A
Anna Eshoo

CA • D • No

R
Ruben Gallego

AZ • D • No

J
John Garamendi

CA • D • No

R
Raúl Grijalva

AZ • D • No

B
Brian Higgins

NY • D • No

J
Jeff Jackson

NC • D • No

S
Sheila Jackson Lee

TX • D • No

D
Daniel Kildee

MI • D • No

D
Derek Kilmer

WA • D • No

A
Ann Kuster

NH • D • No

K
Kathy Manning

NC • D • No

L
Lucy McBath

GA • D • No

G
Grace Napolitano

CA • D • No

W
Wiley Nickel

NC • D • No

B
Bill Pascrell

NJ • D • No

D
Donald Payne

NJ • D • No

M
Mary Peltola

AK • D • No

D
Dean Phillips

MN • D • No

K
Katie Porter

CA • D • No

B
Bill Posey

FL • R • No

C
C. Ruppersberger

MD • D • No

G
Gregorio Sablan

MP • D • No

J
John Sarbanes

MD • D • No

A
Abigail Spanberger

VA • D • No

E
Eric Swalwell

CA • D • No

R
Rashida Tlaib

MI • D • No

D
David Trone

MD • D • No

N
Nydia Velázquez

NY • D • No

D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz

FL • D • No

S
Susan Wild

PA • D • No

Not Voting (11)

E
Earl Blumenauer

OR • D • Not Voting

B
Barbara Lee

CA • D • Not Voting

J
Jennifer Wexton

VA • D • Not Voting