Bill · H.R. 6709· House(119-HR-6709)
Office of Fusion Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 12/15/2025
- Last activity
- 12/15/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, 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
- Donald Beyer
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is cited as the Office of Fusion Act of 2025. It amends the Department of Energy Organization Act to reestablish an Office of Fusion within the Department of Energy. The main job of this office is to advance near-term and long-term fusion energy science and technology. It aims to meet the energy, environmental, and economic needs of the United States. The bill sets a goal to start construction on more than one private-sector fusion power plant by December 31, 2028. It also transfers certain previously stewarded programs from the Office of Science to the new Office of Fusion.
Yes· 3 of 11
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?+8
Reestablishing an Office of Fusion directly prioritizes and advances advanced clean energy research and deployment.
Does this put more money into scientific research?+7
The bill consolidates and elevates fusion energy science and technology programs within the Department of Energy.
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+6
Promoting fusion energy supports cleaner power generation to meet environmental needs.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Under Section 2(a), adding Section 216(b)(1) and (2), the Office is tasked with enhancing the economic and energy security of the United States and maintaining United States leadership in fusion energy technologies. This could benefit the public by strengthening national security and technological leadership.
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Under Section 2(a), adding Section 216(b)(4), the bill manages public-private partnerships to accelerate the deployment of first commercial fusion power plants, with a goal to start construction of more than one private-sector fusion power plant by December 31, 2028. This may help bring new energy sources to the market.
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Under Section 2(a), adding Section 216(b)(8), the Office must ensure the availability of a well-trained workforce to support the fusion industry. This provision could create positive outcomes for workers by supporting job training and readiness.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
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+8Reduces Carbon Emissions+6
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+5Improves Economic Growth+4Improves Small Business Support+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+3Good For Students+3Good For Young Adults+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+7
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+2
- 3/3/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/17/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/13/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/15/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, 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.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
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Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Seth MoultonDemocrat · Massachusetts
Jay ObernolteRepublican · California
Andrea SalinasDemocrat · Oregon
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