Geothermal Gold Book Development Act

# Geothermal Gold Book Development Act (HR 5617) Summary **What It Would Do** This bill would direct the federal government to create a comprehensive "Gold Book" – essentially a detailed resource guide and reference manual – focused on geothermal energy development in the United States. The guide would compile technical information, best practices, regulatory requirements, and other resources to help developers, companies, and policymakers better understand and navigate geothermal energy projects. The bill aims to streamline the process of developing geothermal resources by making government information more accessible and organized in one central document. **Who It Affects** The primary beneficiaries would be energy companies, developers, and entrepreneurs interested in geothermal energy projects.

It would also help government agencies, land managers, and state officials involved in permitting and overseeing such projects. Indirectly, it could benefit the general public by potentially accelerating the development of renewable geothermal energy as an alternative to fossil fuels. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It has not advanced to passage at this time.