The US House of Representatives passed the Harnessing Energy At Thermal Sources (HEATS) Act, to expand domestic energy production, cut red tape and secure energy supply chains.
The HEATS Act, introduced by Congresswoman Young Kim, will boost US energy supply by removing unnecessary federal barriers in geothermal projects, allowing for quicker implementation.
On the House floor, Rep. Young Kim stated, “Energy independence has always made America great. Geothermal development will help unleash America’s all-of-the-above energy strategy and power America’s future. The HEATS Act cuts unnecessary red tape, strengthens our energy security and supply chains, and brings more affordable reliable power online. I’m proud to see this vital legislation pass the House. For Californians facing some of the highest energy costs in the country, this relief can’t come soon enough.”
Bruce Westerman, Chairman of the House Committee on Natural Resources, commented, “Geothermal is an affordable and reliable energy source that can help power America. I thank Representative Kim for leading the HEATS Act to eliminate duplicative permitting processes for geothermal resources on state and private lands. I urge the Senate to act quickly to pass this bill to help lower energy costs for American families.”
The legislation now heads to the Senate for consideration.