The House Committee on Natural Resources received this bill on September 3, 2026. It has not moved since that date and remains in the early stages of the legislative process. The committee must decide whether to hold a vote before the bill can proceed further.
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While the bill has bipartisan support from its two sponsors, most bills introduced late in a session without broad backing fail to move past the committee stage.
Key Points
This bill requires the Department of the Interior to conduct a detailed study of geothermal energy sources in Puerto Rico. This type of energy uses natural heat from deep underground to generate power for homes and businesses.
Scientists will create high-quality maps to identify the best locations for energy plants. They will also study how these projects might impact the island's groundwater, especially in areas with sensitive cave systems and underground water channels.
A major part of the study involves checking for earthquake risks. The government wants to ensure that drilling or pumping water underground for energy does not cause man-made tremors or put residents in danger.
The Department of the Interior must coordinate with local Puerto Rican leaders and college researchers. They are required to send regular reports to Congress to share what they have learned and explain any problems they face during the study.
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Milestones
2 milestones2 actions
Sep 3, 2026House
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sep 3, 2026
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
No votes, news coverage, or related bills recorded for this bill yet.
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Puerto Rico Energy Opportunity and Geothermal Assessment Act of 2026
Bill NumberHR 10275
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
