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Tax and Geothermal Lease Changes: Citizen Support and Energy Development.

This resolution addresses two key bills. One aims to facilitate geothermal energy development through more frequent land lease sales. The second bill introduces tax code changes to assist U.S. citizens detained abroad and to revoke tax-exempt status from terrorist-supporting organizations.
Key points
Easier access to geothermal energy: more frequent lease sales for geothermal projects.
Tax relief for U.S. citizens detained abroad: postponed tax deadlines and reimbursement of late fees.
Termination of tax-exempt status for terrorist-supporting organizations.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-11-19
For 212
Against 203
Abstain 0
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Status:
Adopted
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_1576
Sponsor: Rep. Fischbach, Michelle [R-MN-7]
Process start date: 2024-11-18
Voting date: 2024-11-19
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 469
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1449) to amend the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to increase the frequency of lease sales, to require replacement sales, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9495) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to postpone tax deadlines and reimburse paid late fees for United States nationals who are unlawfully or wrongfully detained or held hostage abroad, to terminate the tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1576.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-11-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Easier access to geothermal energy: more frequent lease sales for geothermal projects.
  • Tax relief for U.S. citizens detained abroad: postponed tax deadlines and reimbursement of late fees.
  • Termination of tax-exempt status for terrorist-supporting organizations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Fischbach, Michelle [R-MN-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 212 - 203 (Roll no. 469). (text: CR H6085)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

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