What does Preamble of Co-Location Energy Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to co-locate renewable energy projects on certain existing Federal leased areas, and for other purposes,' aims to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to allow renewable energy projects on existing Federal leased areas. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 30, 2025.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Co-Location Energy Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Co-Location Energy Act.

What does CO-LOCATION OF RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS. of Co-Location Energy Act do?

This section authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to allow individuals to evaluate existing Federal energy leases for solar or wind energy development. The Secretary's authorization for evaluation and permit issuance requires consent from the leaseholder. The Secretary may issue permits for the construction or operation of solar or wind energy systems and facilities on existing Federal energy leases. Permits can be issued for the production, transportation, storage, or transmission of energy from solar or wind resources. Within 180 days of enactment, the Secretary must determine if certain actions related to renewable energy development qualify as categorical exclusions under the National Environmental Policy Act. The Secretary is required to issue a rule to implement this section.

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Co-Location Energy Act

Last updated: 3/25/2026 · Introduced: 9/30/2025

Author: Mike Kennedy (R-UT)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to permit renewable energy projects (solar or wind) on existing Federal energy leases, with the consent of the current leaseholder.
The bill allows for permits related to the production, transportation, storage, or transmission of energy from these renewable sources.
The Secretary must determine if certain renewable energy development actions qualify as categorical exclusions under the National Environmental Policy Act and issue a rule to implement the act.

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