H.R.1 — Lower Energy Costs Act
House Roll Call
H.R.1
| Bill | H.R.1 — Lower Energy Costs Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Recommit |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Failed |
| Totals | Yea 207 / Nay 222 / Present 0 / Not Voting 6 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 0 | 222 | 0 | 0 |
| D | 207 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Recommit
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 1 - Lower Energy Costs Act (118th Congress)
The Lower Energy Costs Act (HR 1) aims to reduce energy costs for consumers and businesses by promoting domestic energy production and streamlining regulatory processes. The bill encompasses various provisions that target energy supply, infrastructure, and environmental regulations.
Key Provisions:
Energy Production and Infrastructure: The bill seeks to expedite the permitting process for energy projects, including oil, gas, and renewable energy sources. It mandates that federal agencies prioritize the approval of energy infrastructure projects to enhance domestic energy production.
Regulatory Reforms: HR 1 proposes to roll back certain environmental regulations that are perceived as barriers to energy development. This includes modifications to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) to shorten review timelines for energy projects.
Funding and Authorities: While specific funding allocations are not detailed in the latest version, the bill authorizes federal agencies to allocate resources towards the expedited review of energy projects and the enhancement of energy infrastructure.
Agencies Affected: The bill primarily impacts the Department of Energy (DOE), the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as it involves changes to their regulatory frameworks and operational authorities.
Beneficiaries and Impact: The primary beneficiaries of HR 1 include energy producers, consumers facing high energy costs, and industries reliant on affordable energy. By enhancing domestic energy supply and reducing regulatory burdens, the bill aims to lower energy prices for households and businesses.
Key Timelines: The bill has undergone technical corrections as of the latest action, which indicates ongoing legislative processes. If passed, the provisions related to permitting and regulatory reforms are expected to be implemented promptly, although specific timelines for each provision may vary based on agency actions.
In summary, HR 1 represents a significant legislative effort to reshape U.S. energy policy with a focus on reducing costs through increased production and streamlined regulations.
Yea (207)
C
Colin Allred
E
Earl Blumenauer
J
Jamaal Bowman
C
Cori Bush
Y
Yadira Caraveo
T
Tony Cárdenas
M
Matt Cartwright
D
David Cicilline
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
A
Anna Eshoo
R
Ruben Gallego
J
John Garamendi
R
Raúl Grijalva
B
Brian Higgins
J
Jeff Jackson
S
Sheila Jackson Lee
D
Daniel Kildee
D
Derek Kilmer
A
Ann Kuster
K
Kathy Manning
L
Lucy McBath
G
Grace Napolitano
W
Wiley Nickel
B
Bill Pascrell
D
Donald Payne
M
Mary Peltola
D
Dean Phillips
K
Katie Porter
C
C. Ruppersberger
J
John Sarbanes
A
Abigail Spanberger
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
D
David Trone
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
J
Jennifer Wexton
S
Susan Wild
Nay (222)
K
Kelly Armstrong
D
Dan Bishop
K
Ken Buck
L
Larry Bucshon
M
Michael Burgess
K
Ken Calvert
J
Jerry Carl
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
A
Anthony D'Esposito
J
John Duarte
J
Jeff Duncan
A
A. Ferguson
S
Scott Franklin
M
Matt Gaetz
M
Mike Gallagher
M
Mike Garcia
B
Bob Good
K
Kay Granger
G
Garret Graves
M
Mark Green
B
Bill Johnson
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
D
Debbie Lesko
B
Blaine Luetkemeyer
K
Kevin McCarthy
L
Lisa McClain
P
Patrick McHenry
M
Marcus Molinaro
A
Alexander Mooney
G
Greg Pence
B
Bill Posey
C
Cathy Rodgers
M
Matthew Rosendale
J
John Rutherford
G
George Santos
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
M
Michelle Steel
C
Chris Stewart
M
Michael Waltz
B
Brad Wenstrup
B
Brandon Williams
