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Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act

H.R. 4690 · 119th Congress (2025-2026)

H.R. 4690119TH CONGRESSINTRODUCED 07/23/2025REP. LANGWORTHYR-NY · SPONSORLeft: no (Sponsor Ranking)Lean left: no (Sponsor Ranking)Center: no (Sponsor Ranking)Lean right: DW-NOMINATE +0.42 (Sponsor Ranking)Right: no (Sponsor Ranking)LEAN RIGHT(SPONSOR RANKING)ENERGY

8 members · Left 0 · Center 0 · Right 8 (Bill Ranking)

SponsorRep. Langworthy, Nicholas A. (R-NY) (Introduced 07/23/2025)
Sponsor Voting RecordLean right · DW-NOMINATE +0.42 · measured from every roll-call vote this member has cast (voteview.com) (Sponsor Ranking)
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support across the spectrum: 8 members signed on (Bill Ranking) this bill: sponsor + current cosponsors, each once

CommitteesSenate - Environment and Public Works Committee; House - Energy and Commerce Committee; House - Energy and Commerce Committee; House - Energy and Commerce Committee; House - Energy and Commerce Committee; House - Energy and Commerce Committee; House - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee; House - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
Latest Action04/27/2026 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Roll Call Votes2
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IntroducedPassed HousePassed SenateResolving DifferencesTo PresidentBecame Law

Summary (1)

Reported to House (02/04/2026)

Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act

This bill repeals certain energy efficiency performance standards for new federal buildings and federal buildings undergoing major renovations. Specifically, the bill repeals the performance standards that phase out fossil fuel use in such buildings by FY2030.

The bill directs the Department of Energy to implement the standards as though such phase-out requirements had never taken effect until it issues regulations with revised performance standards.

The bill also specifies that certain systems that certify green buildings may not prohibit federal buildings from obtaining a certification as a green building or high-performance green building solely based on direct or indirect consumption of fossil fuels.

Text (4)

Engrossed in House (EH)

119 HR 4690 EH: Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act U.S. House of Representatives text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IB 119th CONGRESS2d Session H. R. 4690

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AN ACT To amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act to repeal certain Federal building energy efficiency performance standards, and for other purposes.

1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act.

2.Revised Federal building energy efficiency performance standards (a)In generalSection 305(a)(3)(D)(i) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)(D)(i)) is amended— (1)by striking subclauses (I) and (II); and (2)in subclause (III), by inserting after the third sentence the following: The certification system and level may not prohibit a building from obtaining a certification as a green building or high-performance green building solely based on direct or indirect consumption of fossil fuels.. (b)Standards (1)Repeal of certain standardsSubpart B of part 435, and subpart B of part 433, of title 10, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act, shall have no force or effect. (2)TransitionUntil such time as the Secretary of Energy issues new or revised regulations pursuant to subsection (d) relating to the revised Federal building energy efficiency performance standards under section 305(a)(3)(D) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)(D)) to carry out the amendments made by subsection (a)(1) of this section, such section 305(a)(3)(D) shall be implemented as though the requirements of subclauses (I) and (II) of clause (i) of such section 305(a)(3)(D) (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act) had never taken effect. (c)Conforming amendmentSection 436(h) of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (42 U.S.C. 17092(h)) is amended by adding at the end the following: (3)ProhibitionThe system identified under paragraph (1) may not prohibit a building from obtaining a certification as a green building or high-performance green building solely based on direct or indirect consumption of fossil fuels.. (d)Revision of regulationsNot later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Energy shall issue such new or revised regulations as the Secretary determines necessary to carry out the amendments made by this Act. Passed the House of Representatives April 22, 2026.Kevin F. McCumber,Clerk.

Introduced in House (IH)

110 HR 4690 IH: Reliable Federal infrastructure Act U.S. House of Representatives 2025-07-23 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. I119th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 4690IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESJuly 23, 2025Mr. Langworthy (for himself, Mrs. Harshbarger, Mr. Balderson, Mr. Rulli, Mrs. Fedorchak, Mr. Harrigan, and Mr. Goldman of Texas) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, 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 concernedA BILLTo amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act to repeal certain Federal building energy efficiency performance standards, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Reliable Federal infrastructure Act.2.Repeal of revised Federal building energy efficiency performance standards(a)In general(1)RepealSection 305(a)(3) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)) is amended by striking subparagraph (D).(2)StandardsEach revised Federal building energy efficiency performance standard established under section 305(a)(3)(D) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)(D)) (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act) shall have no force or effect, and section 305(a)(3) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)) shall be implemented as though each such standard had never taken effect.(b)Conforming amendments(1)StandardsSection 433 of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (Public Law 110–140) is amended by striking subsection (a).(2)High-performance green Federal buildingsSection 436 of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (42 U.S.C. 17092) is amended—(A)in subsection (c)—(i)by striking paragraph (1); and(ii)in paragraph (6), by striking and section 305(a)(3)(D) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)(D));(B)in subsection (e), by striking in accordance with the requirements of section 305(a)(3)(D) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)(D)),;(C)in subsection (f)—(i)in paragraph (1)—(I)in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking , the requirements of section 305(a)(3)(D) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)(D)),; and(II)in subparagraph (A), by striking and the requirements of section 305(a)(3)(D) of that Act; and(ii)by striking paragraph (2); and(D)by striking subsection (h).(3)Federal green building performanceSection 437(a)(1) of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (42 U.S.C. 17093(a)(1)) is amended by striking , section 305(a)(3)(D) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)(D)),.

Referred in Senate (RFS)

119 HR 4690 : Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act U.S. House of Representatives 2026-04-27 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IIB119th CONGRESS2d SessionH. R. 4690IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESApril 27, 2026Received; read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public WorksAN ACTTo amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act to repeal certain Federal building energy efficiency performance standards, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act.2.Revised Federal building energy efficiency performance standards(a)In generalSection 305(a)(3)(D)(i) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)(D)(i)) is amended—(1)by striking subclauses (I) and (II); and(2)in subclause (III), by inserting after the third sentence the following: The certification system and level may not prohibit a building from obtaining a certification as a green building or high-performance green building solely based on direct or indirect consumption of fossil fuels..(b)Standards(1)Repeal of certain standardsSubpart B of part 435, and subpart B of part 433, of title 10, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act, shall have no force or effect.(2)TransitionUntil such time as the Secretary of Energy issues new or revised regulations pursuant to subsection (d) relating to the revised Federal building energy efficiency performance standards under section 305(a)(3)(D) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)(D)) to carry out the amendments made by subsection (a)(1) of this section, such section 305(a)(3)(D) shall be implemented as though the requirements of subclauses (I) and (II) of clause (i) of such section 305(a)(3)(D) (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act) had never taken effect.(c)Conforming amendmentSection 436(h) of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (42 U.S.C. 17092(h)) is amended by adding at the end the following:(3)ProhibitionThe system identified under paragraph (1) may not prohibit a building from obtaining a certification as a green building or high-performance green building solely based on direct or indirect consumption of fossil fuels.. (d)Revision of regulationsNot later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Energy shall issue such new or revised regulations as the Secretary determines necessary to carry out the amendments made by this Act.Passed the House of Representatives April 22, 2026.Kevin F. McCumber,Clerk.

Reported in House (RH)

119 HR 4690 RH: Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act U.S. House of Representatives 2026-02-04 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IBUnion Calendar No. 413119th CONGRESS2d SessionH. R. 4690[Report No. 119–483, Part I]IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESJuly 23, 2025Mr. Langworthy (for himself, Mrs. Harshbarger, Mr. Balderson, Mr. Rulli, Ms. Fedorchak, Mr. Harrigan, and Mr. Goldman of Texas) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, 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 concernedFebruary 4, 2026Additional sponsor: Mr. HudsonFebruary 4, 2026Reported from the Committee on Energy and Commerce with an amendmentStrike out all after the enacting clause and insert the part printed in italicFebruary 4, 2026Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure discharged; committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and ordered to be printedFor text of introduced bill, see copy of bill as introduced on July 23, 2025A BILLTo amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act to repeal certain Federal building energy efficiency performance standards, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act.2.Revised Federal building energy efficiency performance standards(a)In generalSection 305(a)(3)(D)(i) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)(D)(i)) is amended—(1)by striking subclauses (I) and (II); and(2)in subclause (III), by inserting after the third sentence the following: The certification system and level may not prohibit a building from obtaining a certification as a green building or high-performance green building solely based on direct or indirect consumption of fossil fuels..(b)Standards(1)Repeal of certain standardsSubpart B of part 435, and subpart B of part 433, of title 10, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act, shall have no force or effect.(2)TransitionUntil such time as the Secretary of Energy issues new or revised regulations pursuant to subsection (d) relating to the revised Federal building energy efficiency performance standards under section 305(a)(3)(D) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6834(a)(3)(D)) to carry out the amendments made by subsection (a)(1) of this section, such section 305(a)(3)(D) shall be implemented as though the requirements of subclauses (I) and (II) of clause (i) of such section 305(a)(3)(D) (as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act) had never taken effect.(c)Conforming amendmentSection 436(h) of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (42 U.S.C. 17092(h)) is amended by adding at the end the following:(3)ProhibitionThe system identified under paragraph (1) may not prohibit a building from obtaining a certification as a green building or high-performance green building solely based on direct or indirect consumption of fossil fuels.. (d)Revision of regulationsNot later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Energy shall issue such new or revised regulations as the Secretary determines necessary to carry out the amendments made by this Act.February 4, 2026Reported from the Committee on Energy and Commerce with an amendmentFebruary 4, 2026Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure discharged; committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and ordered to be printed

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All Actions (29)

DateChamberAll Actions
07/23/2025Library of CongressIntroduced in House
07/23/2025Library of CongressIntroduced in House
07/23/2025House floor actionsReferred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, 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.
07/23/2025House floor actionsReferred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, 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.
07/23/2025House committee actionsReferred to the Subcommittee on Energy.
07/24/2025House committee actionsReferred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
11/19/2025House committee actionsSubcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
11/19/2025House committee actionsForwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 16 - 14.
12/03/2025House committee actionsCommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
12/03/2025House committee actionsOrdered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 27 - 21.
02/04/2026Library of CongressReported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-483, Part I.
02/04/2026House floor actionsReported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-483, Part I.
02/04/2026Library of CongressCommittee on Transportation discharged.
02/04/2026House floor actionsCommittee on Transportation discharged.
02/04/2026House floor actionsPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 413.
04/20/2026House floor actionsRules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1189 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4690, H. Res. 1182, H.R. 1897 and H.R. 5587. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4690, H. Res. 1182, H.R. 1897, and H.R. 5587 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 4690, H.R. 1897, and H.R. 5587.
04/22/2026House floor actionsConsidered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1189. (consideration: CR H3057-3061)
04/22/2026House floor actionsRule provides for consideration of H.R. 4690, H. Res. 1182, H.R. 1897 and H.R. 5587. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4690, H. Res. 1182, H.R. 1897, and H.R. 5587 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 4690, H.R. 1897, and H.R. 5587.
04/22/2026House floor actionsDEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 4690.
04/22/2026House floor actionsThe previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
04/22/2026House floor actionsMrs. Sykes moved to recommit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. (CR H3061)
04/22/2026House floor actionsThe previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
04/22/2026House floor actionsPOSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 4690, the Chair put the question on the motion to recommit and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mrs. Sykes demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
04/22/2026House floor actionsConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3062-3064)
04/22/2026House floor actionsOn motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 203 - 214 (Roll no. 133).
04/22/2026Library of CongressPassed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 202 (Roll no. 134). (text: CR H3057)
04/22/2026House floor actionsOn passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 202 (Roll no. 134). (text: CR H3057)
04/22/2026House floor actionsMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
04/27/2026SenateReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

Titles (7)

Title TypeTitle
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act to repeal certain Federal building energy efficiency performance standards, and for other purposes.
Display TitleReliable Federal Infrastructure Act
Short Titles from RFS (Referred to Senate) bill textReliable Federal Infrastructure Act
Short Title(s) as Passed HouseReliable Federal Infrastructure Act
Official Titles from EH (Engrossed in House) bill textTo amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act to repeal certain Federal building energy efficiency performance standards, and for other purposes.
Short Title(s) as Reported to HouseReliable Federal Infrastructure Act
Short Title(s) as IntroducedReliable Federal infrastructure Act

Amendments (1)

AmendmentSponsorPurposeLatest Action
HAMDT 17604/22/2026 On agreeing to the Rules amendment (A001) Agreed to without objection.

Cosponsors (7)

* = Original cosponsor

Committees (8)

CommitteeActivity
Senate - Environment and Public Works Committee04/27/2026 Referred To
House - Energy and Commerce Committee04/22/2026 Unknown
House - Energy and Commerce Committee04/22/2026 Unknown
House - Energy and Commerce Committee02/04/2026 Reported By
House - Energy and Commerce Committee12/03/2025 Markup By
House - Energy and Commerce Committee07/23/2025 Referred To
House - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee02/04/2026 Discharged From
House - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee07/23/2025 Referred To

Related Bills (1)

Subjects (4)

Policy Area: Energy

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