H.R. 4690Passed one chamberEnvironment & energy
Federal building energy rules face overhaul under HR 4690
Data as of July 11, 2026
This bill removes two federal energy efficiency rules for government buildings and bars those buildings from losing green certification just for using fossil fuels.40-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
This bill cancels two existing federal rules about energy efficiency in government buildings, effective immediately. It also means a federal building cannot be denied a green building certification only because it uses fossil fuels such as natural gas or oil. The Secretary of Energy must write replacement regulations within 180 days.
Who does it affect?
This bill affects federal government buildings, including offices, courthouses, and other facilities owned or leased by the U.S. government.
Why does it matter?
Removing the current rules means there are no energy efficiency standards for federal buildings until new regulations are written. Federal buildings that use fossil fuels would remain eligible for green building certification during that period and after.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee
- House vote
- Senate — You are here
- President's desk
Right now: it passed the House and now goes to the Senate. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act
- Introduced:
- July 23, 2025
- Latest action:
- April 27, 2026
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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