H.R. 3699: Energy Choice Act
The proposed bill, titled the Energy Choice Act, aims to limit the authority of state and local governments in regulating energy services. Here are the main points of the bill:
Prohibition of Restrictions on Energy Services
The bill prohibits state or local governments from enacting laws, regulations, or policies that would:
- Prohibit or limit the connection, reconnection, modification, installation, transportation, distribution, or expansion of energy services.
- Restrict access to energy services based on the type or source of energy delivered to the end-user.
Definition of Energy
The bill defines "energy" to include a variety of sources, specifically:
- Natural gas
- Renewable natural gas
- Hydrogen
- Liquefied petroleum gas
- Renewable liquefied petroleum gas
- Other liquid petroleum products
- Biomass-based diesel fuels and renewable fuels
- Electricity
Objective of the Bill
The objective of the Energy Choice Act is to ensure that energy services can be offered and operated without interference from state or local government regulations that might favor one type of energy over another. The idea behind this legislation is to promote greater energy choice for consumers and prevent local governments from imposing limitations that could affect energy availability.
Implications for Energy Companies
If passed, this legislation may affect how energy companies operate across different states and localities, as they would no longer face restrictions that could inhibit their ability to connect or provide specific energy services.
Relevant Companies
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
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| Feb. 04, 2026 | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 412. |
| Feb. 04, 2026 | Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-482. |
| Dec. 03, 2025 | Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held |
| Dec. 03, 2025 | Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 24 - 21. |
| Nov. 19, 2025 | Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote. |
| Nov. 19, 2025 | Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held |
| Jun. 04, 2025 | Introduced in House |
| Jun. 04, 2025 | Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. |
| Jun. 04, 2025 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy. |
