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DemocratBill · H.R. 5487· House(119-HR-5487)

Keep the Lights Local Act

Rep. Riley
Age: 45 years
New York
Introduced
9/18/2025
Last activity
9/18/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by
Josh Riley
Cosponsors
Democrat - 2Republican - 0
Energy
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the ``Keep the Lights Local Act'', seeks to prevent foreign entities from owning public utilities. It specifically prohibits any foreign corporation or foreign government from serving as a public utility holding company. The rule would take effect 180 days after the Act itself becomes effective. This legislation was introduced by Mr. Riley of New York and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Yes

  • Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+5

    By ensuring utilities are domestically controlled, it may enhance long-term consumer security and local oversight.

  • Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+5

    Securing utility ownership helps protect critical infrastructure from foreign influence or cyber threats.

  • Does this give the federal government more power?+4

    The act expands federal regulatory authority over the ownership of public utility companies.

The opposite

  • Does this make trade with other countries easier?-3

    Restricting foreign ownership may act as a barrier to international trade and foreign investment.

  • Would business owners be better off under this?-2

    Foreign-owned utility businesses will face a mandatory divestment or closure requirement.