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Every energy bill from all 50 state legislatures and Congress, introduced in the last 12 weeks and automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

Total bills
119
last 12 weeks
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10
jurisdictions with bills
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United States
88 bills
Stance split
87 for 32 against
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Showing 1–10 of 12 bills

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in committee · United States · House Aug 24, 2026

HR 10139: Ratepayer Bill of Rights Act of 2026

The Ratepayer Bill of Rights Act of 2026 requires large data centers to disclose their electricity and water usage while ensuring they pay for all infrastructure costs without shifting expenses to households, farms, or small businesses. The bill establishes ten specific rights for ratepayers, including protections against cost-shifting, guarantees of reliable water and power during emergencies, and requirements for independent assessments before new facilities are approved. It mandates that data centers post financial security and sign binding agreements to cover project-driven costs, with refunds required if any improper charges are passed on to the public. Enforcement is shared between federal agencies like the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the Environmental Protection Agency, while state and local governments retain authority over utility rates and land use.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProtects utility consumers from cost-shifting by large data centers and ensures reliable power/water, aligning with consumer protection indicators.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Utility Regulation
Henry Cuellar (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · House Aug 27, 2026

HB 6264: Businesses: other; clean and renewable energy requirements for data centers; provide for.

Michigan House Bill 6264, titled the "data center energy standards act," requires owners and operators of data centers in the state to source 100% of their annual energy use from clean or renewable sources by January 1, 2040. The bill allows facilities to meet this requirement through on-site generation, power purchase agreements, or other energy instruments approved by the Michigan Public Service Commission. Violations of these standards are subject to civil fines of up to $10,000 per day, which must be deposited into the state's general fund. This legislation only takes effect if seven companion bills from the 103rd Legislature are also enacted into law.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill mandates that data centers source 100% of their energy from clean or renewable sources by 2040, directly advancing renewable energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates 100% clean or renewable energy for data centers by 2040, directly advancing climate change mitigation and reducing carbon emissions.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Utility Regulation
Brenda Carter (D) · 22 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5306: Affordable Electricity Rates Act of 2026

The Affordable Electricity Rates Act of 2026 amends the Federal Power Act to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to evaluate whether electricity rates are affordable for consumers when determining if they are "just and reasonable." The bill establishes a presumption that rates are unaffordable if they are likely to cause retail electricity prices to increase by 5 percent or more. If FERC determines that a rate is unaffordable under these criteria, it cannot be approved as just and reasonable. This legislation directly affects electric consumers by introducing affordability as a mandatory factor in federal rate-setting decisions for wholesale electricity markets.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill amends the Federal Power Act to protect consumers from unaffordable electricity rates by requiring FERC to evaluate affordability, directly supporting utility consumer protection.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Electric Grid Pipeline Infrastructure Utility Regulation
Richard Blumenthal (D)
in committee · United States · House Aug 10, 2026

HR 10081: No Utility Junk Fees Act

The No Utility Junk Fees Act requires states to prohibit regulated electric utilities from charging residential customers fees that exceed the actual cost of processing payments or are applied to free payment methods like mail and in-person services. To enforce these consumer protections, the bill withholds 10 percent of federal energy program funding from any state that fails to adopt laws banning such "spurious charges" and requiring clear disclosure of all billing fees. States must also ensure at least one fee-free payment option is available without internet access and ban fees on automatic recurring payments and electronic fund transfers. The Secretary of Energy will monitor state compliance through annual documentation submissions, with a 90-day cure period provided before financial penalties are applied.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill protects utility consumers by banning spurious fees and enforcing clear billing disclosures, aligning with the indicator to protect utility consumers.92% confidence
Sub-Topics Utility Regulation
Eugene Simon Vindman (D)
in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature Aug 31, 2026

B 26-0750: Retail Energy Market Consumer Protection Amendment Act of 2026

This bill amends existing laws to strengthen consumer protections for residential electricity and natural gas customers in Washington, D.C. It requires third-party energy suppliers to cap their prices at no more than 110% of the standard utility rate, with exceptions allowed for suppliers offering renewable energy or those deemed to be in the public interest. Additionally, the legislation grants residents the right to cancel their energy contracts at any time without facing early termination fees or penalties. The bill also holds energy companies legally responsible for any violations committed by their agents, contractors, or brokers.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill strengthens consumer protections and explicitly allows exceptions for suppliers offering renewable energy, aligning with support indicators.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill allows exceptions for renewable energy suppliers, indicating a supportive stance toward clean energy adoption within the consumer protection framework.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Renewable Energy Utility Regulation
Phil Mendelson (D)
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jul 15, 2026

HB 2691: An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in powers and duties, further providing for data to be supplied by electric utilities.

This bill requires electric utilities in Pennsylvania to include specific information about their energy storage plans in their annual reports to the state commission. Specifically, the law mandates that these companies provide an assessment of how they use energy storage, including data on how quickly they can charge and discharge power under different economic conditions. The definitions clarify that energy storage refers to equipment that absorbs, holds, and releases electricity, while charge and discharge times measure the duration of these processes. This requirement is designed to give regulators better insight into how utilities plan to manage future electricity demand using storage technology. The changes will take effect 60 days after the bill is enacted.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates reporting on energy storage plans, advancing clean energy infrastructure and grid modernization.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Electric Grid Energy Storage Utility Regulation
Joe Webster (D) · 13 co-sponsors
introduced · Ohio · House Jul 1, 2026

HB 970: Prevent PUCO from approving utility rate increases for 12 months

To enact section 4909.183 of the Revised Code to prevent the public utilities commission from approving public utility rate increases for twelve months and to declare an emergency.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill restricts utility rate increases, limiting utility infrastructure investment and potentially hindering energy grid improvements.90% confidence
Sub-Topics Utility Regulation
Desireè Tims (D)
in committee · Delaware · House Jun 30, 2026

HB 481: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 26 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION.

This Act builds on the customer protections created in Senate Bill 60 in 2025, as follows: 1. Increases transparency in rates and communications by public utilities. 2. Requires regular management audits of certain public utilities and regulatory accounting reviews with each rate case proceeding. 3. Provides greater consistency in the data used by public utilities in rate case proceedings. 4. Limits how much utilities can collect in interim rates before the Commission has ruled on a rate increase request. 5. Prohibits public utilities from recovering certain expenses from ratepayers. 6. Requires the Commission to provide rationale for its decisions in accepting settlement agreements. 7. Puts limits on Delmarva Power’s infrastructure spending, which is a major driver of rate increases. Delmarva Power is operating its electric distribution system at a level far in excess of reliability standards set by the Commission. In support of its parent company’s strategic goal to increase earnings by increasing rate base, Delmarva Power’s annual capital spending leads to frequent rate increase requests to the Commission. Part of Delmarva Power’s capital spending includes “non-mandatory projects,” which by definition are projects that are not required to maintain system reliability. This bill limits the amount of non-mandatory capital expenses the company may recover from ratepayers in rates and is indexed to the company’s rate base, i.e. the value of all its capital assets. Limiting non-mandatory cost recovery will in no way impact Delmarva Power’s ability to restore service after storms nor impact its vegetation management (tree trimming) program. This Act also makes technical changes to existing law to conform to the standards of the Delaware Legislative Drafting Manual.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill strengthens consumer protections and increases transparency in utility rates, aligning with indicators for supporting energy policy by protecting utility consumers.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Utility Regulation
Madinah Wilson-Anton (D)
in committee · United States · House Jul 20, 2026

HR 9777: Protecting Ratepayers Act

The Protecting Ratepayers Act requires private companies planning to build or operate large data centers to disconnect from public utility grids for both electricity and water. Starting 180 days after the law takes effect, these facilities must generate all their power and water on-site or from sources separate from the public system. Additionally, the bill gives legal force to a 2026 presidential proclamation known as the Ratepayer Protection Pledge. This legislation directly affects private data center operators by mandating self-sufficiency in utilities to prevent reliance on public infrastructure.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill forces data centers to disconnect from public utility grids, restricting access to shared energy infrastructure and limiting grid flexibility.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill forces data centers to disconnect from public grids, likely increasing reliance on less regulated on-site generation and reducing overall energy efficiency and renewable integration.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts technology infrastructure by forcing data centers to disconnect from public utility grids, limiting their operational capabilities.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Utility Regulation
Byron Donalds (R)
in committee · United States · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 5028: Ratepayer Protection Act

The Ratepayer Protection Act establishes a new federal standard to protect utility customers from high electricity bills caused by large industrial users. It defines "large-load customers" as non-residential entities with a peak power demand of 100 megawatts or more that primarily use electricity for data centers and computing. Under this bill, these customers must pay for the full cost of any power plant, transmission line, or distribution upgrade needed to serve them, including costs incurred if the customer leaves the utility early. Additionally, utilities are required to obtain financial guarantees from these large customers before making such infrastructure investments. State regulators must review and implement these rules within two years, unless a state has already enacted similar protections.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates large industrial users pay full infrastructure costs, preventing ratepayer subsidies and promoting fiscal responsibility in utility spending.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill protects utility consumers from high bills caused by large industrial users, aligning with the indicator to protect utility consumers.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Transmission Utility Regulation
Jon Husted (R)
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