H.R.1 — Lower Energy Costs Act

House Roll Call

H.R.1

Roll 171 • Congress 118, Session 1 • Mar 29, 2023 6:22 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 251 / Nay 181 / Present 0 / Not Voting 8
PartyYeaNayPresentNot Voting
R222002
D2918106
I0000

Research Brief

On Agreeing to the Amendment

Bill Analysis

Bill Summary: HR 1 - Lower Energy Costs Act

The Lower Energy Costs Act (HR 1) aims to reduce energy costs for consumers and businesses while promoting domestic energy production and enhancing energy infrastructure. The bill encompasses a range of provisions designed to streamline energy project approvals, bolster fossil fuel production, and support renewable energy initiatives.

Key Provisions:

  1. Streamlining Permitting: HR 1 mandates expedited reviews for energy projects, particularly those related to oil, gas, and renewable energy sources. The bill sets deadlines for federal agencies to complete environmental reviews and permits, thereby reducing bureaucratic delays.

  2. Fossil Fuel Production: The legislation encourages increased domestic production of oil and natural gas by reinstating and expanding leasing on federal lands and waters. It also seeks to eliminate certain regulatory barriers that hinder fossil fuel development.

  3. Renewable Energy Support: While primarily focused on fossil fuels, the bill includes provisions to promote renewable energy technologies, such as solar and wind, through tax incentives and grants aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and reducing costs.

  4. Energy Infrastructure Investments: HR 1 proposes funding for upgrading and expanding energy infrastructure, including pipelines and transmission lines, to ensure efficient energy distribution and enhance grid reliability.

Funding and Authorities: The bill authorizes appropriations for various energy-related programs under the Department of Energy (DOE) and other federal agencies. Specific funding levels are contingent upon appropriations processes.

Beneficiaries and Regulation: The primary beneficiaries of HR 1 include energy producers, consumers facing high energy costs, and industries reliant on stable energy supplies. The bill also impacts regulatory agencies by imposing new timelines and requirements for project approvals.

Key Timelines: Following its introduction, the bill has undergone various legislative processes, including committee reviews and amendments. The latest action involved technical corrections to the bill’s language, indicating ongoing legislative refinement. The timeline for implementation will depend on subsequent congressional actions and appropriations.

In summary, HR 1 seeks to balance energy production and cost reduction through regulatory reforms and infrastructure investments, impacting a broad spectrum of stakeholders in the energy sector.

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Yea (251)

C
Colin Allred

TX • D • Aye

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

Y
Yadira Caraveo

CO • D • 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

R
Ruben Gallego

AZ • D • 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
Daniel Kildee

MI • D • 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

K
Kathy Manning

NC • D • 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

M
Mary Peltola

AK • D • Aye

G
Greg Pence

IN • R • Aye

B
Bill Posey

FL • 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

A
Abigail Spanberger

VA • D • Aye

M
Michelle Steel

CA • R • Aye

C
Chris Stewart

UT • R • Aye

D
David Trone

MD • D • Aye

M
Michael Waltz

FL • R • Aye

B
Brad Wenstrup

OH • R • Aye

S
Susan Wild

PA • D • Aye

B
Brandon Williams

NY • R • Aye

Nay (181)

E
Earl Blumenauer

OR • D • No

J
Jamaal Bowman

NY • D • No

C
Cori Bush

MO • 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

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
Derek Kilmer

WA • D • No

A
Ann Kuster

NH • 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

D
Dean Phillips

MN • D • No

K
Katie Porter

CA • D • No

C
C. Ruppersberger

MD • D • No

G
Gregorio Sablan

MP • D • No

J
John Sarbanes

MD • D • No

E
Eric Swalwell

CA • D • No

R
Rashida Tlaib

MI • D • No

N
Nydia Velázquez

NY • D • No

D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz

FL • D • No

J
Jennifer Wexton

VA • D • No

Not Voting (8)

B
Barbara Lee

CA • D • Not Voting