H.R. 3699Heading to a voteEnvironment & energy
Bill would bar local bans on natural gas hookups in new construction
Data as of July 11, 2026
The Energy Choice Act would stop state and local governments from banning specific energy hookups, like natural gas, in buildings.40-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
The Energy Choice Act would prohibit state and local governments from passing laws, codes, or policies that ban or restrict energy hookups based on the energy source, covering fuels like natural gas, hydrogen, propane, electricity, biodiesel, and others. This directly targets "natural gas ban" ordinances that require new construction to be all-electric.
Who does it affect?
City councils, state legislatures, and local utility regulators would lose authority to write energy-source restrictions into codes. Homebuilders, utility companies, energy producers, homeowners, and renters would also be affected.
Why does it matter?
Local governments would no longer be able to use building codes to favor one energy source over another for climate or policy reasons. This would preserve market access for gas, propane, and other fuel suppliers regardless of local goals.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee
- House vote — You are here
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: it's headed for a House floor vote. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Energy Choice Act
- Introduced:
- June 4, 2025
- Latest action:
- February 4, 2026
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 412.
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