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119th Congress
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HOUSEH.R. 8437· 119th Congress

Bill to Boost Geothermal Energy Development

Geo POWER Act

Sponsor
Nicholas Begich (R-AK)
Introduced
Apr 22, 2026
Last Action
Jul 21, 2026
Passage
38%
Introduced
Apr 22, 2026
Committee
Jul 21, 2026
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Establishes support for geothermal power as a clean energy source.
  • Likely includes funding, research, or regulatory changes for geothermal projects.
  • Detailed policy specifics pending — official summary not yet published by Congress.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Western states with geothermal resources could see new economic development and jobs.
  • Energy sector shifts toward alternatives to fossil fuels and traditional renewables.
  • Exact beneficiaries and costs unknown without full bill text and CRS analysis.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Passed House committee with amendments on July 21, 2026. Next: full House floor vote or further revision.
  • Track bill at Congress.gov using bill number. Contact your representative to voice support or concerns.
  • If House passes it, bill moves to Senate committee — similar approval process required before presidential action.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Jul 21, 2026Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.
  • Jul 21, 2026Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • Apr 22, 2026Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
  • Apr 22, 2026Introduced in House
  • Apr 22, 2026Introduced in House