A Republican bill with 6 Republican cosponsors · See all 6 cosponsors
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
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
This bill, known as the "Energy Choice Act," aims to prevent State and local governments from interfering with energy services. It prohibits these governments and their agencies from passing laws or regulations that limit the connection, installation, or distribution of energy based on its source. The definition of energy includes natural gas, hydrogen, electricity, and various petroleum products. By targeting various local regulations like building codes or ordinances, the bill seeks to ensure access to energy services. The legislation specifically addresses energy sold in interstate commerce being delivered to end-users.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +3
Would business owners be better off under this?
Energy companies and service providers benefit from reduced regulatory restrictions.
- Scored +3
Does this give the federal government more power?
The bill increases federal authority by prohibiting state and local regulation of energy services.
- Scored +2
Is this likely to grow the economy?
By limiting local regulatory barriers, the bill may promote growth in the energy sector.
The opposite· 3 of 5
- Scored -5
Does this leave more decisions to the states?
The bill significantly reduces the regulatory authority of states and local governments.
- Scored -3
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
By preventing local bans on specific energy sources, it may hinder efforts to reduce carbon emissions via local mandates.
- Scored -2
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The bill limits the ability of local governments to enforce environmental standards related to energy sources.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Guaranteed Access to Various Energy Sources: The bill prevents governments from prohibiting the connection, modification, or expansion of energy services based on the type of energy being delivered (Section 3). This could ensure that people have continued or expanded access to specific energy types like natural-gas or electricity.
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Protection Against Local Regulatory Changes: Because the bill prohibits laws, building codes, or standards that have the effect of limiting energy services, it provides a level of consistency for end-users regardless of local policy shifts (Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated 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.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — By preventing local bans on specific energy sources, it may hinder efforts to reduce carbon emissions via local mandates. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill limits the ability of local governments to enforce environmental standards related to energy sources. Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced? — The bill makes it harder for local governments to restrict or reduce the use of fossil fuels.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — By limiting local regulatory barriers, the bill may promote growth in the energy sector. Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — The bill protects consumer choice and access to various energy sources.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — Energy companies and service providers benefit from reduced regulatory restrictions. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Rural residents may benefit from more consistent energy service expansion. Would people in cities be better off under this? — Urban residents may lose local control over energy policies and zoning.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill increases federal authority by prohibiting state and local regulation of energy services. Does this make it easier to do business across state lines? — The bill facilitates the movement and distribution of energy across state lines. Does this leave more decisions to the states? — The bill significantly reduces the regulatory authority of states and local governments.
- 1/6/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/14/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/24/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/11/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/4/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Shelley CapitoRepublican · West Virginia
Roger MarshallRepublican · Kansas
David McCormickRepublican · Pennsylvania
James RischRepublican · Idaho
Rick ScottRepublican · Florida
Tommy TubervilleRepublican · Alabama