Bill · H.R. 3699· House(119-HR-3699)

Energy Choice Act

Age: 45 years

New York

Introduced: 6/4/2025
Last activity: 2/4/2026 — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 412.
Sponsored by: Nicholas Langworthy
Cosponsors: - 154 - 3

Energy

Introduced
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What this bill would do

This bill is called the Energy Choice Act. It stops states and local governments from creating laws, rules, ordinances, or building codes that ban or limit energy services based on the type or source of energy. It applies to energy sold in interstate commerce and delivered to a user. This means local and state officials cannot restrict energy connections or access due to the energy source. The bill aims to protect how energy is distributed and accessed across the country.

Yes· 3 of 4

Does this give the federal government more power?+7
It expands federal authority by prohibiting state and local governments from regulating energy service connections.
Would business owners be better off under this?+5
Energy providers may benefit from reduced regulatory hurdles and increased market access.
Does this make it easier to do business across state lines?+5
It streamlines interstate commerce by preventing local barriers to energy service distribution.

The opposite· 3 of 5

Does this leave more decisions to the states?-8
It significantly reduces the rights of states and local governments to regulate energy services within their jurisdictions.
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?-5
By preventing states from limiting certain energy types, it may hinder efforts to transition away from carbon-intensive sources.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-5
The bill limits the ability of state and local governments to implement their own environmental regulations regarding energy.