SB 1131

An Act providing for geothermal energy development; imposing duties on the Department of Environmental Protection; promulgating regulations; establishing the Geothermal Energy Development Fund; and imposing penalties.

In committee Last action January 9, 2026: Referred to Environmental Resources & Energy

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 10

Prime sponsor: Nick Pisciottano
Cosponsors (9): Amanda Cappelletti, Christine Tartaglione, Elder Vogel, Jay Costa, John Kane, Nick Miller, Nikil Saval, Timothy Kearney, Wayne Fontana

Status

In committee as of January 9, 2026. Session ends November 30, 2026; the 2027–2028 session begins in January 2027.

Roll-call votes 0

No roll-call votes recorded for this measure.

Timeline 1

Date	Chamber	Action
January 9, 2026	Senate	Referred to Environmental Resources & Energy

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Pennsylvania General Assembly: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills — copied November 2, 2026

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