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More Frequent Geothermal Energy Leases and Faster Drilling Permits.

New rules aim to accelerate geothermal energy development in the U.S. This means that bids for geothermal drilling leases will occur more frequently, and the process for obtaining drilling permits will be significantly shortened. This could lead to increased availability of clean energy and potentially lower energy costs in the future.
Key points
Geothermal lease sales will now occur annually instead of every two years.
If a lease sale is canceled or delayed, a replacement sale must be conducted within the same year.
Authorities will have 30 days to review geothermal drilling permit applications and another 30 days to issue a final decision.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1687
Sponsor: Rep. Fulcher, Russ [R-ID-1]
Process start date: 2025-02-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CLEAN Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1687.

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 2025-02-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Geothermal lease sales will now occur annually instead of every two years.
  • If a lease sale is canceled or delayed, a replacement sale must be conducted within the same year.
  • Authorities will have 30 days to review geothermal drilling permit applications and another 30 days to issue a final decision.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Fulcher, Russ [R-ID-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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