HR279Introduced in the House
Recognizes the value of geothermal energy development in the state
Introduced by Joseph Orgeron, District 54
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Recognizes the value of geothermal energy development in the state
Where it stands
Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
June 3, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: House Vote on HR 279 FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1867) · June 1, 2026
93
Yes
3
No
9
Absent or Not Voting
105 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Danny McCormick | 1 | Yes |
| Steven Jackson | 2 | Yes |
| Tammy Phelps | 3 | Yes |
| Joy Walters | 4 | Absent |
| Dennis Bamburg | 5 | Yes |
| Michael Melerine | 6 | Yes |
| Lawrence Bagley | 7 | Absent |
| Raymond Crews | 8 | Yes |
| Dodie Horton | 9 | Yes |
| Wayne McMahen | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Read by title. Lies over under the rules.
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Environment.
Reported favorably (10-3).
Read by title, ordered engrossed, passed to 3rd reading.
Scheduled for floor debate on 06/01/2026.
Read by title, roll called, yeas 93, nays 3. The resolution was adopted.
Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.
Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
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