Unlock American Energy and Jobs Act of 2026
In committee: it can still change before the session ends.
- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- Senate
- Sponsor
- 1
- Latest action
- Apr 30, 2026
What it does
The Unlock American Energy and Jobs Act of 2026 amends Section 401 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to streamline state certification processes for federal permits related to energy infrastructure projects that may discharge pollutants into U.S. waters. It requires applicants to obtain certification from the relevant state, interstate agency, or EPA Administrator that discharges will comply with water quality standards, prohibits construction until certification is obtained (unless waived), and mandates that certifying authorities act within a reasonable review period not exceeding one year, with failure to act resulting in automatic waiver of the certification requirement. The…
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Where it stands
Introduced (Done)
Committee (Current step)
Floor (Not started)
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What moved
Who is involved
Sponsors
The lawmakers who put their names on it, lead sponsors first.
Where it goes next
While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money.