What does Preamble of Geothermal Cost-Recovery Authority Act of 2025 do?

This bill amends the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970. The amendment aims to provide cost-recovery authority for the Department of the Interior.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Geothermal Cost-Recovery Authority Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Geothermal Cost-Recovery Authority Act of 2025.

What does COST RECOVERY FROM GEOTHERMAL LEASING, PERMITTING, AND of Geothermal Cost-Recovery Authority Act of 2025 do?

This section amends the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to allow the Secretary to require reimbursement for costs associated with geothermal leasing. The cost recovery period begins on the date of enactment and ends September 30, 2032. Reimbursable costs include processing applications for geothermal leases and permits, and inspecting and monitoring related activities. The Secretary must consider cooperative cost share agreements when deciding whether to require reimbursement. The Secretary may reduce reimbursement amounts if full reimbursement would cause economic hardship or hinder geothermal resource development. Reimbursed funds are credited to the Department of the Interior’s appropriation and can only be used for related processing and inspection activities.

What does REPORT. of Geothermal Cost-Recovery Authority Act of 2025 do?

This section requires a report from the Secretary of the Interior within 5 years of enactment. The report assesses the impact of amendments on the Bureau of Land Management's geothermal program. The report includes recommendations for reauthorization and updates to the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970.

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Geothermal Cost-Recovery Authority Act of 2025

Last updated: 5/20/2026 · Introduced: 1/14/2025

Author: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill allows the Secretary of the Interior to require reimbursement for costs related to geothermal lease and permit processing, inspection, and monitoring.
Funds collected through reimbursement can only be used by the Department of the Interior for geothermal leasing and inspection activities.
The Secretary of the Interior must submit a report within five years assessing the impact of these changes on geothermal resource development and recommend updates to the Geothermal Steam Act.

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