Bills · HR 3062
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3062Licensing and registrationsEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, research
Promoting Cross-border Energy Infrastructure Act
INTRO APR 29· LAST ACTION SEP 19
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 4 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it changes how significant energy infrastructure projects that cross U.S. borders are approved. If it becomes law, it could speed up the construction of new pipelines and power lines, which supporters argue could improve North American energy security and potentially lower energy costs by increasing supply and reliability. It takes some approval power away from the President and gives it to specific federal agencies, aiming to make the process more predictable and less subject to political shifts.
Without this bill, new cross-border energy projects would continue to face the potentially longer and more complex process of obtaining a Presidential permit, which can be subject to delays or revocation for various reasons. The bill also makes it harder to stop existing cross-border projects by preventing the President from revoking previously issued permits, ensuring their continued operation. This shift could have long-term implications for the energy industry, environmental review processes, and international energy trade.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a new 'certificate of crossing' system managed by federal agencies (FERC or Secretary of Energy) for new cross-border oil, natural gas, and electricity infrastructure.
This changes the primary approval mechanism for critical energy infrastructure, aiming for a more consistent and agency-led process.
PROVISION 02
Removes the requirement for a Presidential permit for these types of new cross-border energy projects and prohibits the President from revoking existing Presidential permits.
This reduces the President's direct control over such projects, both for new construction and the continued operation of existing facilities.
PROVISION 03
Sets deadlines for federal agencies to act on these applications: 120 days for a certificate of crossing after environmental review, and 30 days for natural gas import/export applications to Canada or Mexico.
These deadlines are intended to streamline and accelerate the approval process for cross-border energy projects, reducing uncertainty and delays.
PROVISION 04
Excludes existing facilities and modifications to existing facilities from requiring a new certificate of crossing or Presidential permit.
This provision ensures that operational cross-border infrastructure and minor updates are not subject to the new permitting requirements, reducing regulatory burden.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 2
R· North Dakota
YRS IN OFFICE
1
BILLS LED
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COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 2%
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ACTION TIMELINE
24 EVENTSSEP 19
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
SEP 18
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 707. (consideration: CR H4423)
SEP 18
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4922, H.R. 5143, H.R. 5140, H.R. 5125, H.R. 1047, H.R. 3015 and H.R. 3062. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4922, H.R. 5143, H.R. 5140, H.R. 5125, H.R. 1047, H.R. 3015, and H.R. 3062 under a closed rule, and provides for a motion to recommit on each measure.
SEP 18
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 3062.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 3062
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedApr 29, 2025
Last actionSep 19, 2025
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 29, 2025
House BillHR 3062Licensing and registrationsEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, research
Promoting Cross-border Energy Infrastructure Act
INTRODUCED APR 29, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 19, 2025
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READING
8 min
COSPONSORS
2
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