A bill to amend the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 to direct research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities in support of next-generation geothermal systems in various conditions, and for other purposes.

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

2026-04-28

The federal government would fund research and development projects to improve geothermal energy technology so it can work in more types of locations and conditions across the country. This would help companies and researchers figure out how to tap into Earth's heat more efficiently and affordably for electricity and heating. The effort would support scientists, engineers, and energy companies working to make geothermal power a more practical option for American communities.