H.R.1 — Lower Energy Costs Act

House Roll Call

H.R.1

Roll 175 • Congress 118, Session 1 • Mar 30, 2023 11:05 AM • 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 323 / Nay 109 / Present 0 / Not Voting 8
PartyYeaNayPresentNot Voting
R11510900
D208008
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 enhance energy production and reduce energy costs across the United States by streamlining regulatory processes and increasing domestic energy supply. The bill encompasses several key provisions designed to promote energy independence and bolster the economy.

Key Provisions:

  1. Streamlining Permitting: The legislation mandates expedited permitting processes for energy infrastructure projects, including oil and gas pipelines, renewable energy installations, and mining operations. This includes setting deadlines for federal agencies to approve permits, thereby reducing bureaucratic delays.

  2. Revocation of Regulations: HR 1 seeks to repeal various regulations that are perceived to hinder energy production, including certain environmental reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This aims to facilitate quicker development of energy resources.

  3. Incentives for Domestic Production: The bill proposes tax incentives and financial support for domestic energy production, particularly in fossil fuels and renewable energy sectors. This includes provisions to enhance the competitiveness of U.S. energy producers in the global market.

  4. Support for Energy Transition: While focusing on traditional energy sources, the bill also includes measures to support the transition to cleaner energy technologies, ensuring that the U.S. remains competitive in the evolving energy landscape.

Funding and Authorities: The act does not specify direct funding allocations but relies on the existing budgetary framework to support its initiatives. It grants authorities to federal agencies to implement expedited processes and revocations.

Affected Programs and Agencies: Key agencies impacted include the Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Bureau of Land Management, among others involved in energy regulation and permitting.

Beneficiaries: The bill primarily benefits energy producers, including oil, gas, and renewable energy companies, as well as consumers who may experience lower energy costs due to increased supply.

Key Timelines: The bill has passed initial legislative hurdles, with the latest action allowing for technical corrections. Further actions and debates are anticipated as it moves through Congress.

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Yea (323)

C
Colin Allred

TX • D • Aye

K
Kelly Armstrong

ND • R • Aye

E
Earl Blumenauer

OR • D • Aye

J
Jamaal Bowman

NY • D • Aye

L
Larry Bucshon

IN • R • Aye

C
Cori Bush

MO • D • Aye

Y
Yadira Caraveo

CO • D • Aye

T
Tony Cárdenas

CA • D • Aye

M
Matt Cartwright

PA • D • Aye

L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer

OR • R • Aye

D
David Cicilline

RI • D • Aye

G
Gerald Connolly

VA • D • Aye

J
Jason Crow

CO • D • Aye

A
Anthony D'Esposito

NY • R • Aye

L
Lloyd Doggett

TX • D • Aye

A
Anna Eshoo

CA • D • Aye

M
Mike Gallagher

WI • R • Aye

R
Ruben Gallego

AZ • D • Aye

J
John Garamendi

CA • D • Aye

M
Mike Garcia

CA • R • Aye

K
Kay Granger

TX • R • Aye

G
Garret Graves

LA • R • Aye

R
Raúl Grijalva

AZ • D • Aye

B
Brian Higgins

NY • D • Aye

J
Jeff Jackson

NC • D • Aye

S
Sheila Jackson Lee

TX • D • Aye

D
Daniel Kildee

MI • D • Aye

D
Derek Kilmer

WA • D • Aye

A
Ann Kuster

NH • D • Aye

J
Jake LaTurner

KS • R • Aye

B
Blaine Luetkemeyer

MO • R • Aye

K
Kathy Manning

NC • D • Aye

L
Lucy McBath

GA • D • Aye

P
Patrick McHenry

NC • R • Aye

M
Marcus Molinaro

NY • R • Aye

G
Grace Napolitano

CA • D • Aye

W
Wiley Nickel

NC • D • Aye

B
Bill Pascrell

NJ • D • Aye

D
Donald Payne

NJ • D • Aye

M
Mary Peltola

AK • D • Aye

G
Greg Pence

IN • R • Aye

D
Dean Phillips

MN • D • Aye

K
Katie Porter

CA • D • Aye

C
Cathy Rodgers

WA • R • Aye

C
C. Ruppersberger

MD • D • Aye

J
John Rutherford

FL • R • Aye

G
Gregorio Sablan

MP • D • Aye

J
John Sarbanes

MD • D • 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

E
Eric Swalwell

CA • D • Aye

R
Rashida Tlaib

MI • D • Aye

D
David Trone

MD • D • Aye

N
Nydia Velázquez

NY • D • Aye

D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz

FL • D • Aye

B
Brad Wenstrup

OH • R • Aye

J
Jennifer Wexton

VA • D • Aye

S
Susan Wild

PA • D • Aye

B
Brandon Williams

NY • R • Aye

Nay (109)

D
Dan Bishop

NC • R • No

K
Ken Buck

CO • R • No

M
Michael Burgess

TX • R • No

K
Ken Calvert

CA • R • No

J
Jerry Carl

AL • R • No

J
John Duarte

CA • R • No

J
Jeff Duncan

SC • R • No

A
A. Ferguson

GA • R • No

S
Scott Franklin

FL • R • No

M
Matt Gaetz

FL • R • No

J
Jenniffer González-Colón

PR • R • No

B
Bob Good

VA • R • No

M
Mark Green

TN • R • No

B
Bill Johnson

OH • R • No

D
Doug Lamborn

CO • R • No

D
Debbie Lesko

AZ • R • No

L
Lisa McClain

MI • R • No

A
Alexander Mooney

WV • R • No

B
Bill Posey

FL • R • No

M
Matthew Rosendale

MT • R • No

G
George Santos

NY • R • No

D
David Schweikert

AZ • R • No

M
Michael Waltz

FL • R • No

Not Voting (8)

B
Barbara Lee

CA • D • Not Voting