Bills · HR 5489
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5489Energy
Future Generations Protection Act
INTRO SEP 18· LAST ACTION SEP 18
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it proposes a rapid and comprehensive shift in how the United States produces and consumes energy, directly addressing climate change concerns. If it becomes law, it would accelerate the transition to renewable energy sources by preventing new fossil fuel power plants, eliminating a major method of oil and gas extraction (fracking), and reducing the global supply of U.S. fossil fuels by banning most exports.
For voters, this could mean cleaner air and water, especially for communities impacted by fossil fuel operations, and potentially a more stable climate in the long term. However, it could also cause economic upheaval in regions dependent on the fossil fuel industry and potentially impact energy prices or the nation's energy security and global trade relationships. If it does not become law, the current regulatory framework for fossil fuels would largely remain, allowing continued growth in these sectors and a slower, less mandated transition to cleaner energy.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Prohibits any new power plants that use steam to generate electricity from emitting any greenhouse gases.
This effectively prevents the construction of new fossil fuel-fired power plants, pushing new energy generation towards zero-emission sources.
PROVISION 02
Bans hydraulic fracturing, also known as 'fracking,' on all onshore and offshore land within the United States.
This eliminates a significant method of extracting oil and natural gas, impacting a major part of the U.S. energy industry.
PROVISION 03
Prohibits the export of most crude oil and natural gas produced in the United States, including liquefied natural gas (LNG).
This drastically changes the U.S.'s role in global energy markets and impacts domestic supply and pricing dynamics.
PROVISION 04
Prevents the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) from approving new or expanded LNG terminals unless these projects lead to a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions at that terminal.
This limits infrastructure development for natural gas imports and exports, promoting cleaner alternatives or more efficient existing facilities.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 11
D· Illinois
YRS IN OFFICE
27
BILLS LED
40
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 11 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSSEP 18
Introduced in House
SEP 18
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Natural Resources, and Foreign Affairs, 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 5489
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 18, 2025
Last actionSep 18, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 18, 2025
House BillHR 5489Energy
Future Generations Protection Act
INTRODUCED SEP 18, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 18, 2025
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READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
11
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