Energy Choice Act
This bill prevents state or local governments from banning or restricting energy connections (like installation, modification, or access) based on the type or source of energy, such as electricity, natural gas, or renewable fuels. It directly affects consumers choosing energy providers and energy companies seeking to offer services. The key provision prohibits local laws, regulations, or policies that limit energy services sold in interstate commerce, covering all energy types listed in the bill’s definitions. It does not create new programs but limits regulatory authority at the state or local level. The law aims to ensure open access to diverse energy sources without source-based restrictions.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
President
Introduced Jun 4, 2025
Last action Feb 4, 2026
Floor votes
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Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
9
Key actions
4
Committee
6
Feb 4, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-482.
lower
Dec 3, 2025
Lower · Passed
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
lower
Nov 19, 2025
Lower · Passed
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
lower
Nov 19, 2025
Lower · Passed
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
lower
Jun 4, 2025
Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.
lower
Jun 4, 2025
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
lower
Jun 4, 2025
Introduced
Introduced in House
lower
1 primary · 157 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Nicholas A. Langworthy
RRepublican
Co
Aaron Bean
RRepublican
Co
Adam Gray
DDemocratic
Co
Addison P. McDowell
RRepublican
Co
Adrian Smith
RRepublican
Co
Andrew R. Garbarino
RRepublican
Co
Andy Barr
RRepublican
Co
Ann Wagner
RRepublican
Co
Anna Paulina Luna
RRepublican
Co
August Pfluger
RRepublican
Co
Austin Scott
RRepublican
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