H.R.1 — Lower Energy Costs Act

House Roll Call

H.R.1

Roll 180 • Congress 118, Session 1 • Mar 30, 2023 11:27 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 220 / Nay 213 / Present 0 / Not Voting 7
PartyYeaNayPresentNot Voting
R214901
D620406
I0000

Research Brief

On Agreeing to the Amendment

Bill Analysis

Bill Summary: HR 1 - Lower Energy Costs Act

The Lower Energy Costs Act (H.R. 1) aims to reduce energy costs for American consumers and businesses by promoting domestic energy production and streamlining regulatory processes. The bill encompasses a range of provisions designed to enhance energy independence, support fossil fuel production, and facilitate the development of renewable energy sources.

Key Provisions:

  1. Regulatory Reforms: The bill seeks to expedite the permitting process for energy projects, including oil, gas, and renewable energy initiatives. It aims to eliminate unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles that delay energy production.

  2. Increased Domestic Production: H.R. 1 encourages the expansion of domestic energy resources by opening federal lands for oil and gas leasing and reducing restrictions on energy development in various regions.

  3. Support for Energy Infrastructure: The legislation allocates funding for the maintenance and improvement of energy infrastructure, including pipelines and transmission lines, to ensure efficient energy distribution.

  4. Tax Incentives: The bill proposes tax incentives for energy producers and consumers, particularly those investing in renewable energy technologies, to stimulate economic growth and energy innovation.

Funding and Authorities: The act authorizes federal agencies, including the Department of Energy and the Bureau of Land Management, to implement its provisions. It includes appropriations for infrastructure projects and incentives but does not specify exact funding amounts.

Beneficiaries and Regulatory Impact: The primary beneficiaries of H.R. 1 are energy producers, consumers, and businesses reliant on affordable energy. The bill is expected to lower energy costs for households and stimulate job creation in the energy sector. Conversely, it may impose regulatory changes on environmental protections, impacting conservation efforts.

Key Timelines: Following its introduction, the bill has undergone various legislative processes, including committee reviews and amendments. The latest action indicates ongoing technical corrections, signaling its progression through Congress.

In summary, H.R. 1 represents a comprehensive approach to lowering energy costs through increased production, regulatory reform, and infrastructure investment, with significant implications for the U.S. energy landscape.

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Yea (220)

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

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

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

G
Greg Pence

IN • R • Aye

B
Bill Posey

FL • R • Aye

C
Cathy Rodgers

WA • 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

S
Susan Wild

PA • D • Aye

B
Brandon Williams

NY • R • Aye

Nay (213)

C
Colin Allred

TX • D • No

E
Earl Blumenauer

OR • 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

B
Bob Good

VA • R • 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

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

M
Matthew Rosendale

MT • 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

J
Jennifer Wexton

VA • D • No

Not Voting (7)

B
Barbara Lee

CA • D • Not Voting

D
Debbie Lesko

AZ • R • Not Voting