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HR 3062

Promoting Cross-border Energy Infrastructure Act

119th Congress Introduced by Neal Dunn and 2 co-sponsors

HR 3062 streamlines the approval process for cross-border energy facilities, enhancing energy trade and security between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
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Bill Summary · HR 3062

Summary of HR 3062: Promoting Cross-border Energy Infrastructure Act

Purpose and Intent

The Promoting Cross-border Energy Infrastructure Act (HR 3062) aims to establish a more uniform, transparent, and modern process for authorizing the construction, connection, operation, and maintenance of international border-crossing facilities. This includes facilities for the import and export of oil and natural gas, as well as the transmission of electricity across the United States' international borders.

Key Provisions

  1. Authorization of Border-Crossing Facilities:

    • No person may construct, connect, operate, or maintain a border-crossing facility without obtaining a certificate of crossing.
    • Relevant authorities include the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for oil and natural gas pipelines and the Secretary of Energy for electric transmission facilities.

  2. Certificate of Crossing:

    • Authorities must issue a certificate within 120 days after final action under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), unless it is determined that the project is not in the public interest.

  3. Exclusions:

    • The requirement for a certificate does not apply to facilities already operating, those with existing Presidential permits, or pending applications for such permits.

  4. Natural Gas Import/Export:

    • The bill amends the Natural Gas Act to require the FERC to grant applications for the import or export of natural gas to Canada or Mexico within 30 days of receiving a complete application.

  5. Electric Energy Transmission:

    • Repeals the requirement to secure an order for the transmission of electric energy to Canada and Mexico, streamlining the process.

  6. Presidential Permits:

    • No Presidential permit will be required for the construction or operation of oil or natural gas pipelines or electric transmission facilities.

  7. Modifications to Existing Projects:

    • Modifications to existing facilities that are already operational or have received prior permits will not require a new certificate of crossing.

Affected Parties

  • Energy Companies: Companies involved in the construction and operation of energy infrastructure will benefit from a streamlined permitting process.
  • Regulatory Agencies: The FERC and the Department of Energy will have defined roles in the authorization process.
  • Consumers: Potentially, consumers may benefit from increased energy security and efficiency due to improved infrastructure.

Procedural Aspects

  • Introduced: April 29, 2025
  • House Actions: The bill passed the House on September 18, 2025, with a vote of 224-203.
  • Senate Actions: The bill was received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources for further consideration.

Conclusion

HR 3062 represents a significant legislative effort to enhance North American energy security by modernizing the regulatory framework for cross-border energy infrastructure. By streamlining the approval process, the bill aims to facilitate energy trade and improve the efficiency of energy transmission between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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