hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Prohibits states from imposing charges for RGGI energy efficiency program funding.
Rep. Van Drew (R-NJ) introduced this bill.
In committee, no House vote yet.
This bill, introduced by Representative Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ), aims to stop states from collecting fees specifically for the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) Energy Efficiency Program. It is currently awaiting review by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, which handles energy policy. For it to advance, the committee would need to approve it, followed by a vote in the House of Representatives.
Introduced Mar 18, 2026
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 18, 2026, by Rep. Van Drew. It was then referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, where it is currently awaiting review. For the bill to become law, it must pass both the House and the Senate and then be signed by the President.
If this bill passes, states that currently fund the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) Energy Efficiency Program through charges would no longer be able to do so. This could mean that specific fees related to this program would not appear on your utility bills. However, it might also mean that states would need to find alternative funding for their energy efficiency initiatives, or reduce those programs.
Supporters Say
Supporters likely argue it prevents unnecessary charges on consumers and businesses.
Critics Say
Critics would likely argue it undercuts state efforts to fund energy efficiency and combat climate change.
Proponents of the bill would likely emphasize that it protects residents from what they consider additional charges or taxes on their energy use. They might argue that states should not impose these fees to fund specific environmental programs. Opponents, on the other hand, would likely contend that these charges are essential for funding critical energy efficiency initiatives that reduce carbon emissions and save energy in the long run. They might also view this bill as an interference with state-level policy decisions.