Congress·Reported·H.R. 3699

Energy Choice Act

House Committee Advances Energy Choice Act to Block State and Local Energy Bans

Dec 3, 2025·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

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Next up: The House

The Energy Choice Act has been placed on the House calendar after being approved by a committee. The bill is currently stalled because no action has been taken since February 2026. The House must now decide whether to schedule a floor vote for the bill.

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Reintroduced
Reintroduced from H.R. 6089 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 6089 (118th) →

Key Points

Congress would stop states and cities from banning or limiting hookups or expansions for certain energy sources.
It would cover many actions, like connecting or reconnecting service, installing equipment, and expanding distribution systems.
The rule would apply when the energy being delivered is sold across state lines, which includes common fuels and electricity.
This could block local building codes or policies that push homes or businesses to use only certain types of energy.
Supporters may call it “energy choice,” while critics may see it as weakening local control over climate and safety rules.

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Milestones

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Feb 4, 2026House

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 412.

The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.

Feb 4, 2026House

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-482.

Dec 3, 2025House

Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 24 - 21.

The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.

Dec 3, 2025House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Nov 19, 2025House

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.

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ACHR News·Nov 12, 2025

'Energy Choice Act' Seeks to Block Local Gas Bans

Federal lawmakers are pushing the Energy Choice Act to prohibit cities and states from banning certain fuel sources, such as natural gas. The bill clarifies that federal authority under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act covers fuel choice, preventing a patchwork of local rules.

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