Bill · H.R. 4339· House(119-HR-4339)
Renewable Energy for U.S. Territories Act
- Introduced
- 7/10/2025
- Last activity
- 7/10/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Ted Lieu
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Renewable Energy for U.S. Territories Act directs the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a renewable energy grant program for United States territories. This program allows for grants to be awarded to eligible not-for-profit organizations to support various energy projects. These projects can include constructing renewable energy systems, increasing energy efficiency, or building smart grids and microgrids. The Act also provides for technical assistance from Department of Energy national laboratories. Additionally, the Comptroller General is tasked with conducting a study on renewable energy and energy efficiency within the territories.
Yes· 3 of 14
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?+9
The bill establishes a grant program specifically for renewable energy projects in U.S. territories.
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+7
The bill prioritizes renewable energy systems and energy efficiency over fossil fuels.
Does this invest in rural communities?+5
The focus on smart grids and microgrids can support modern energy infrastructure in less populated territories.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Energy Infrastructure Development: Grant funds can be used to develop or construct renewable energy systems, increase energy efficiency, or build smart grids and microicks (Section 2(c)(1)). This could help modernize the energy landscape in the territories.
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Job Training and Skills: The program allows funds to be used to train residents of U.S. territories to develop, construct, maintain, or operate renewable energy systems (Section 2(c)(1)(E)). This provides opportunities for local people to gain specialized technical skills.
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Technical Support: The Secretary of Energy will ensure that Department of Energy national laboratories offer technical assistance to entities carrying out these projects (Section 2(d)). This provides expert guidance for project implementation.
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Improved Energy Resiliency: A GAO study will specifically consider the potential to improve energy resiliency within each territory (Section 3(a)(2)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Restrictions on Energy Sources: Grant funds may not be used to develop or construct facilities that generate electricity using nuclear power or fossil fuels (Section 2(c)(2)). This limits the types of energy projects that can receive these specific funds.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Increases Renewable Energy Investment+9Reduces Carbon Emissions+7Improves Rural Development+5Improves Disaster Relief And F E M A+4Improves Environmental Protections+4
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+3Good For Rural Residents+3Good For Young Adults+3Good For Business Owners+2
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+5Improves Economic Growth+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2Increases Federal Power+2
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+3
- 7/10/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Pablo HernándezDemocrat · Puerto Rico
James MoylanRepublican · Guam
Stacey PlaskettDemocrat · Virgin Islands