Bills · HR 7568
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7568Energy
Hot Rock Act
INTRO FEB 13· LAST ACTION FEB 13
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it directly addresses the need for more clean, renewable energy sources in the United States. Geothermal energy, especially from hot dry rock, has the potential to provide a constant, reliable source of electricity that doesn't depend on weather conditions like solar or wind power. If this bill becomes law, it could accelerate the development of a technology that is currently in its early stages, potentially leading to widespread commercial use of hot dry rock geothermal power. This would diversify our energy portfolio, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and contribute to combating climate change.
Without this bill, the development of hot dry rock geothermal technology might proceed at a much slower pace due to the significant financial and technical risks involved. Government investment through these programs helps de-risk the technology, making it more attractive for private sector investment down the line. It's a bet on future energy independence and environmental sustainability.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes grant programs for research into high-temperature drilling components, sensing equipment, and properties of supercritical fluids.
This funds the foundational scientific and engineering work needed to overcome the extreme conditions of hot dry rock geothermal systems.
PROVISION 02
Creates a Frontier Observatory and Testing Site for Hot Dry Rock Geothermal Energy Technology.
This provides a dedicated, advanced facility for real-world testing and demonstration of complete hot dry rock geothermal projects.
PROVISION 03
Supports broader research, development, and demonstration activities to solve challenges for commercial hot dry rock projects.
This covers a wide range of issues, from subsurface infrastructure to advanced drilling, essential for making the technology commercially viable.
PROVISION 04
Establishes a milestone-based grant program for developing wells that reach supercritical temperatures and techniques to harness this energy.
This incentivizes and rewards tangible progress towards critical technological achievements required for functional geothermal plants.
PROVISION 05
Authorizes staffing increases and contracts for scientists to support the research grant programs.
This ensures that the research programs have the necessary human capital and expertise to be effective.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 13
Introduced in House
FEB 13
Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Natural Resources, and Education and Workforce, 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.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7568
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 13, 2026
Last actionFeb 13, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · SCIENCE, SPACE, AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 13, 2026
House BillHR 7568Energy
Hot Rock Act
INTRODUCED FEB 13, 2026· LAST ACTION FEB 13, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
12 min
COSPONSORS
1
COMPLEXITY
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