H.R.1 — Lower Energy Costs Act

House Roll Call

H.R.1

Roll 172 • Congress 118, Session 1 • Mar 29, 2023 6:27 PM • Result: Failed

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BillH.R.1 — Lower Energy Costs Act
Vote questionOn Agreeing to the Amendment
Vote typeRecorded Vote
ResultFailed
TotalsYea 210 / Nay 223 / Present 0 / Not Voting 7
PartyYeaNayPresentNot Voting
R2091500
D120807
I0000

Research Brief

On Agreeing to the Amendment

Bill Analysis

Bill Summary: HR 1 - Lower Energy Costs Act

The Lower Energy Costs Act (H.R. 1) aims to enhance domestic energy production, reduce energy costs for consumers, and streamline regulatory processes associated with energy projects. The bill encompasses a range of provisions designed to bolster energy independence and promote the development of various energy sources, including fossil fuels, renewable energy, and nuclear power.

Key Provisions:

  1. Regulatory Reforms: The bill seeks to expedite the permitting process for energy infrastructure projects, including pipelines and power plants, by establishing deadlines for federal agencies to review applications. It aims to eliminate unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles that delay energy development.

  2. Fossil Fuel Production: H.R. 1 emphasizes increasing domestic oil and gas production on federal lands and waters. It proposes to reinstate certain leases and streamline the leasing process, thereby enhancing energy supply and reducing reliance on foreign energy sources.

  3. Renewable Energy and Nuclear: The bill includes provisions to promote the development of renewable energy projects, such as solar and wind, as well as support for nuclear energy initiatives, recognizing their role in a diversified energy portfolio.

  4. Consumer Benefits: By lowering production costs and increasing supply, the legislation aims to reduce energy prices for consumers, thereby alleviating financial burdens associated with energy expenditures.

Funding and Authorities: The bill does not specify new funding sources but leverages existing federal resources and authorities to facilitate the proposed changes. It grants federal agencies enhanced authority to implement the expedited permitting processes.

Agencies Affected: Key federal agencies involved include the Department of Energy (DOE), the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which will be tasked with implementing the regulatory changes.

Beneficiaries: The primary beneficiaries of H.R. 1 include energy producers, consumers facing high energy costs, and industries reliant on affordable energy. The bill also aims to create jobs in the energy sector.

Key Timelines: The bill is currently in the engrossment stage, with technical corrections being made. Further legislative actions, including potential debates and votes, are anticipated as Congress progresses through the legislative calendar.

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Yea (210)

K
Kelly Armstrong

ND • R • Aye

D
Dan Bishop

NC • R • Aye

K
Ken Buck

CO • R • Aye

L
Larry Bucshon

IN • R • Aye

M
Michael Burgess

TX • R • Aye

J
Jerry Carl

AL • R • Aye

L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer

OR • R • Aye

J
John Duarte

CA • R • Aye

J
Jeff Duncan

SC • R • Aye

A
A. Ferguson

GA • R • Aye

B
Brad Finstad

MN • R • Aye

M
Mike Gallagher

WI • R • Aye

M
Mike Garcia

CA • R • Aye

J
Jenniffer González-Colón

PR • R • Aye

B
Bob Good

VA • R • Aye

K
Kay Granger

TX • R • Aye

G
Garret Graves

LA • R • Aye

M
Mark Green

TN • R • Aye

B
Bill Johnson

OH • R • Aye

D
Doug Lamborn

CO • R • Aye

J
Jake LaTurner

KS • R • Aye

D
Debbie Lesko

AZ • R • Aye

B
Blaine Luetkemeyer

MO • R • Aye

P
Patrick McHenry

NC • R • Aye

A
Alexander Mooney

WV • R • Aye

G
Greg Pence

IN • R • Aye

A
Aumua Amata Radewagen

AS • R • Aye

C
Cathy Rodgers

WA • R • Aye

M
Matthew Rosendale

MT • R • Aye

M
Michelle Steel

CA • R • Aye

C
Chris Stewart

UT • R • Aye

M
Michael Waltz

FL • R • Aye

B
Brad Wenstrup

OH • R • Aye

Nay (223)

C
Colin Allred

TX • D • No

E
Earl Blumenauer

OR • D • No

J
Jamaal Bowman

NY • D • No

C
Cori Bush

MO • D • No

Y
Yadira Caraveo

CO • D • No

T
Tony Cárdenas

CA • D • No

A
André Carson

IN • D • No

M
Matt Cartwright

PA • D • No

D
David Cicilline

RI • D • No

G
Gerald Connolly

VA • D • No

A
Anna Eshoo

CA • D • No

B
Brian Higgins

NY • D • No

J
Jeff Jackson

NC • D • No

S
Sheila Jackson Lee

TX • D • No

D
Daniel Kildee

MI • D • No

D
Derek Kilmer

WA • D • No

A
Ann Kuster

NH • D • No

K
Kathy Manning

NC • D • No

M
Marcus Molinaro

NY • R • No

G
Grace Napolitano

CA • D • No

W
Wiley Nickel

NC • D • No

B
Bill Pascrell

NJ • D • No

D
Donald Payne

NJ • D • No

M
Mary Peltola

AK • D • No

D
Dean Phillips

MN • D • No

K
Katie Porter

CA • D • No

C
C. Ruppersberger

MD • D • No

G
Gregorio Sablan

MP • D • No

G
George Santos

NY • R • No

J
John Sarbanes

MD • D • No

A
Abigail Spanberger

VA • D • No

E
Emilia Sykes

OH • D • No

D
David Trone

MD • D • No

J
Jennifer Wexton

VA • D • No

S
Susan Wild

PA • D • No

B
Brandon Williams

NY • R • No

Not Voting (7)

B
Barbara Lee

CA • D • Not Voting