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The Geothermal Projects Bill
Geothermal projects get permit waivers under new HEATS Act
Harnessing Energy At Thermal Sources Act of 2026 HEATS Act
Bad for everyday people ·
If passed, the bill would let some geothermal drilling skip federal permits and environmental reviews, letting companies start projects faster.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
Citizens could see more geothermal plants sooner, but without full review they may face higher environmental risks and fewer chances to challenge harmful projects.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Amends the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970.
- Waives federal drilling permits for certain activities.
- Exempts some activities from NEPA environmental review.
- Passed the House 231-186 and now in the Senate.
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
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- Henry Cuellar (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- James Himes (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- Steny Hoyer (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- Jim Costa (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- Seth Moulton (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- Luis Correa (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- Vicente Gonzalez (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- Josh Gottheimer (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
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