A Democratic bill with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 3 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
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The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Investing in State Energy Act of 2026 aims to ensure that financial assistance and information for energy programs are distributed without delay. It specifically targets the Weatherization Assistance Program and the State Energy Program. The bill requires the Secretary to distribute funds to States, Indian Tribes, or other recipients within 30 days of receiving a qualifying plan. Additionally, it mandates the release of application guidance and assistance allocations within 60 days of funds becoming available. The bill also adjusts appropriation authorizations for certain energy programs.
Yes· 3 of 9
- Scored +5
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?
The bill increases appropriations for the State Energy Program to support renewable energy initiatives.
- Scored +4
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The bill increases funding for the Weatherization Assistance Program which directly benefits low-income households.
- Scored +4
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The bill mandates specific timelines for releasing application guidance and publishing assistance allocations.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Faster Access to Funds: Under Section 2(a)(2), the Secretary must distribute funds within 30 days after receiving a plan containing all material elements, which supports State, Indian Tribe, or other direct recipients.
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Timely Guidance and Allocation Information: Per Section 2(a)(1) and Section 2(b)(1), the Secretary is required to release application guidance and publish assistance allocations within 60 days of funds being made available. This provides clarity for States, Indian Tribes, and other recipients.
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Increased Funding for Energy Programs: Section 2(c)(1)(C) adds $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to the authorization of appropriations.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill increases funding for the Weatherization Assistance Program which directly benefits low-income households. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The bill ensures faster distribution of funds to Indian Tribes for energy programs. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Increased energy program funding can benefit rural communities through state energy conservation plans.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — The bill increases appropriations for the State Energy Program to support renewable energy initiatives. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill funds weatherization and energy conservation, which improves energy efficiency and environmental outcomes.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The increase in funding for energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives supports job growth in those sectors. Is this likely to grow the economy? — Increased investment in energy efficiency and renewable energy can stimulate economic activity.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill mandates specific timelines for releasing application guidance and publishing assistance allocations.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Increased funding for weatherization assistance can help reduce energy costs for low-income households.
- 8/17/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/23/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Paul TonkoDemocrat · New York