Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act

- H.R. 5301, the Promoting Innovation in Pipeline Efficiency and Safety (PIPES) Act of 2025. - S. 2975, the Pipeline Integrity, Protection, and Enhancement for Leveraging Investments in the Nations Energy to assure Safety Act (PIPELINE Safety Act) of 2025. - Legislative language on carbon dioxide pipelines. - H.R. 2613, the Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Energy Choice Act. H.R. 3699 / S. 1945. - Legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). Permitting Reform. Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act (H.R. 3668). Assigns FERC the lead role in pipeline permitting and improve coordination among federal and state agencies reviewing permitting applications for interstate natural gas pipelines. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful, safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - Improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. H.R. 3616, Reliable Power Act H.R. 1047, Grid Power Act H.R. 3632, Power Plant Reliability Act H.R. 3638, Electric Supply Chain Act H.R. 1355, Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act Artificial intelligence issues generally Load growth, reliability, and resource adequacy generally Energy Efficiency generally Issues related to energy grid supply chain Draft legislation related to cybersecurity Draft legislation related to electric grid/energy infrastructure cybersecurity; Data center issues generally

Client expense: $60,000 · Firm income: Not reported

(ENG) Energy/Nuclear: H.R. 1355, the Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act- Reauthorizes WAP through 2030, authorizes the Weatherization Readiness Program, and raises the statutory Average Cost Per Unit from $6,500 to $12,000, so that households can receive more assistance. Energy Choice Act. H.R. 3699 / S. 1945. - Legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). Permitting Reform. Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act (H.R. 4776) NEPA permitting reform legislation that establishes permitting deadlines, reduces duplicative and dilatory environmental reviews, and limits legal challenges. Permitting Reform. Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act (H.R. 3668). Assigns FERC the lead role in pipeline permitting and improve coordination among federal and state agencies reviewing permitting applications for interstate natural gas pipelines. Permitting Reform. Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act (H.R. 3898). Legislation that seeks to ease regulatory requirements, streamline reviews, and provide greater certainty under the Clean Water Act (CWA) permitting process. Permitting Reform. American Energy and Mineral Infrastructure Act of 2026 (S. 4944), Expedites pipeline development by reforming the NEPA and Clean Water Act permitting processes, and designating FERC as the lead agency to coordinate interstate natural gas pipeline permitting reviews. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful, safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Discussion Draft-Two Product Classes - Work on legislation to establish two separate product classes (condensing and non-condensing) for certain appliances under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - Improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. H.R. 4690, Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act - Repeal of section 433 of EISA; efforts to enable continued use of fossil fuels in federal buildings. H.R. 4626; Draft Senate EPCA reform text - Changes to the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to help ensure it serves its intended purpose of increasing appliance energy efficiency and does not remove or eliminate products H.R.6264 - Path to Affordable Homes Act of 2025 - requires the Department of Energy to assess revised building code standards for certain criteria. Energy Star - future of the ENERGY STAR energy-efficiency program. Furnace Rule - Department of Energy 95% annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) standard for furnaces. Hydrogen - domestic hydrogen production and end use Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP) - need for the greenhouse gas reporting program and its use by gas utilities. Draft State Energy Oversight Act - draft language related to assisting state energy offices Draft Federal Utility Affordability Program- draft language related to a federal arrears management/PIPP Program

- H.R. 5301, the Promoting Innovation in Pipeline Efficiency and Safety (PIPES) Act of 2025. - S. 2975, the Pipeline Integrity, Protection, and Enhancement for Leveraging Investments in the Nations Energy to assure Safety Act (PIPELINE Safety Act) of 2025. - Legislative language on carbon dioxide pipelines. - H.R. 2613, the Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $30,000

Energy Choice Act. HR 3699/S 1945 legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). H. J. RES. 20, S.J. RES 4.- Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters House Permitting Reform - House Energy and Commerce, Transportation and Infrastructure and Resources Committee draft permitting reform legislation covering FERC/DOE, National Environmental Policy Act, and Clean Water Act permitting reforms respectively. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. EISA Section 433 efforts to enable continued use of fossil fuels in federal buildings, HR 4960.

Client expense: $450,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, SENATE

Issues related to transportation infrastructure safety and maintenance, water infrastructure, corrosion prevention, and pipeline maintenance; H.R.4170, Bridge Corrosion Prevention and Repair Act of 2025; H.R.2613, Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act; H.R.8870, BUILD America 250 Act. Issues related to shipbuilding including S.1541/H.R.3151, SHIPS for America Act of 2025.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $50,000

Federal policy relating to 2023 reauthorization of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). H.R. 5301, Promoting Innovation in Pipeline Efficiency and Safety (PIPES) Act of 2025 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). S. 2975, Pipeline Integrity, Protection, and Enhancement for Leveraging Investments in the Nation's Energy to assure Safety (PIPELINE Safety) Act of 2025 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). H.R. 9338, Pipeline Safety Authorization Act of 2026 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). H.R. 7655, Pipeline Safety, Modernization, and Expansion Act of 2024 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). H.R. 2613, Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). Class Location Change Requirements (RIN 2137-AF29). Amendments to Parts 192 and 195 to require Valve installation and Minimum Rupture Detection Standards (RIN 2137-AF06). Safety of Gas Transmission Pipelines, Repair Criteria, Integrity Management Improvements, Cathodic Protection, Management of Change, and Other Related Amendments (RIN 2137-AF39).

Client expense: $275,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Energy Choice Act. H.R. 3699 / S. 1945. - Legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). Permitting Reform. Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act (H.R. 3668). Assigns FERC the lead role in pipeline permitting and improve coordination among federal and state agencies reviewing permitting applications for interstate natural gas pipelines. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful, safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - Improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. H.R. 3616, Reliable Power Act H.R. 1047, Grid Power Act H.R. 3632, Power Plant Reliability Act H.R. 3638, Electric Supply Chain Act H.R. 1355, Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act Artificial intelligence issues generally Load growth, reliability, and resource adequacy generally Energy Efficiency generally Issues related to energy grid supply chain Draft legislation related to cybersecurity Draft legislation related to electric grid/energy infrastructure cybersecurity; Data center issues generally

Client expense: $110,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Federal policy relating to 2023 reauthorization of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). H.R. 5301, Promoting Innovation in Pipeline Efficiency and Safety (PIPES) Act of 2025 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). S. 2975, Pipeline Integrity, Protection, and Enhancement for Leveraging Investments in the Nation's Energy to assure Safety (PIPELINE Safety) Act of 2025 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). Pipeline Safety Authorization Act of 2026 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). H.R. 7655, Pipeline Safety, Modernization, and Expansion Act of 2024 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). H.R. 2613, Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). Class Location Change Requirements (RIN 2137-AF29). Amendments to Parts 192 and 195 to require Valve installation and Minimum Rupture Detection Standards (RIN 2137-AF06). Safety of Gas Transmission Pipelines, Repair Criteria, Integrity Management Improvements, Cathodic Protection, Management of Change, and Other Related Amendments (RIN 2137-AF39).

Client expense: $326,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, SENATE

H.R. 1355, the Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act- Reauthorizes WAP through 2030, authorizes the Weatherization Readiness Program, and raises the statutory Average Cost Per Unit from $6,500 to $12,000, so that households can receive more assistance. Energy Choice Act. H.R. 3699 / S. 1945. - Legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). Permitting Reform. Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act (H.R. 4776) NEPA permitting reform legislation that establishes permitting deadlines, reduces duplicative and dilatory environmental reviews, and limits legal challenges. Permitting Reform. Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act (H.R. 3668). Assigns FERC the lead role in pipeline permitting and improve coordination among federal and state agencies reviewing permitting applications for interstate natural gas pipelines, Permitting Reform. Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act (H.R. 3898). Legislation that seeks to ease regulatory requirements, streamline reviews, and provide greater certainty under the Clean Water Act (CWA) permitting process. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful, safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Discussion Draft-Two Product Classes - Work on legislation to establish two separate product classes (condensing and non-condensing) for certain appliances under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - Improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. H.R. 4690, Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act - Repeal of section 433 of EISA; efforts to enable continued use of fossil fuels in federal buildings. H.R. 4626, EPCA reform - Changes to the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to help ensure it serves its intended purpose of increasing appliance energy efficiency and does not remove or eliminate products. H.R.6264 - Path to Affordable Homes Act of 2025 - requires the Department of Energy to assess revised building code standards for certain criteria. Energy Star - future of the ENERGY STAR energy-efficiency program. Furnace Rule - Department of Energy 95% annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) standard for furnaces. Hydrogen - domestic hydrogen production and end use Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP) - need for the greenhouse gas reporting program and its use by gas utilities.

Energy Choice Act. HR 3699/S 1945 legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). H. J. RES. 20, S.J. RES 4.- Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters House Permitting Reform - House Energy and Commerce, Transportation and Infrastructure and Resources Committee draft permitting reform legislation covering FERC/DOE, National Environmental Policy Act, and Clean Water Act permitting reforms respectively. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. EISA Section 433 efforts to enable continued use of fossil fuels in federal buildings, HR 4960.

Client expense: $425,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, SENATE

Issues related to transportation infrastructure safety and maintenance, water infrastructure, corrosion prevention, and pipeline maintenance; H.R.4170, Bridge Corrosion Prevention and Repair Act of 2025; H.R.2613, Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act. Issues related to shipbuilding including S.1541/H.R.3151, SHIPS for America Act of 2025.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $50,000

Energy Choice Act. H.R. 3699 / S. 1945. - Legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). Permitting Reform. Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act (H.R. 3668). Assigns FERC the lead role in pipeline permitting and improve coordination among federal and state agencies reviewing permitting applications for interstate natural gas pipelines. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful, safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - Improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. H.R. 3616, Reliable Power Act H.R. 1047, Grid Power Act H.R. 3632, Power Plant Reliability Act H.R. 3638, Electric Supply Chain Act H.R. 1355, Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act Artificial intelligence issues generally Load growth, reliability, and resource adequacy generally Energy Efficiency generally Issues related to energy grid supply chain Draft legislation related to cybersecurity Draft legislation related to electric grid/energy infrastructure cybersecurity; Data center issues generally

Client expense: $120,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Federal policy relating to 2023 reauthorization of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). H.R. 5301, Promoting Innovation in Pipeline Efficiency and Safety (PIPES) Act of 2025 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). S. 2975, Pipeline Integrity, Protection, and Enhancement for Leveraging Investments in the Nation's Energy to assure Safety (PIPELINE Safety) Act of 2025 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). H.R. 7655, Pipeline Safety, Modernization, and Expansion Act of 2024 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). H.R. 2613, Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). Class Location Change Requirements (RIN 2137-AF29). Amendments to Parts 192 and 195 to require Valve installation and Minimum Rupture Detection Standards (RIN 2137-AF06). Safety of Gas Transmission Pipelines, Repair Criteria, Integrity Management Improvements, Cathodic Protection, Management of Change, and Other Related Amendments (RIN 2137-AF39).

Client expense: $323,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, SENATE

Energy Choice Act. HR 3699/S 1945 legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). H. J. RES. 20, S.J. RES 4.- Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters House Permitting Reform - House Energy and Commerce, Transportation and Infrastructure and Resources Committee draft permitting reform legislation covering FERC/DOE, National Environmental Policy Act, and Clean Water Act permitting reforms respectively. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. EISA Section 433 efforts to enable continued use of fossil fuels in federal buildings.

Client expense: $750,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 1355, the Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act- Reauthorizes WAP through 2030, authorizes the Weatherization Readiness Program, and raises the statutory Average Cost Per Unit from $6,500 to $12,000, so that households can receive more assistance. Energy Choice Act. H.R. 3699 / S. 1945. - Legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). Public Law No. 117-169 Inflation Reduction Act - Implementation of hydrogen production tax credit, Section 48 ITC, and home rebate programs. Permitting Reform. Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act (H.R. 4776) NEPA permitting reform legislation that establishes permitting deadlines, reduces duplicative and dilatory environmental reviews, and limits legal challenges. Permitting Reform. Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act (H.R. 3668). Assigns FERC the lead role in pipeline permitting and improve coordination among federal and state agencies reviewing permitting applications for interstate natural gas pipelines, Permitting Reform. Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act (H.R. 3898). Legislation that seeks to ease regulatory requirements, streamline reviews, and provide greater certainty under the Clean Water Act (CWA) permitting process. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful, safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Discussion Draft-Two Product Classes - Work on legislation to establish two separate product classes (condensing and non-condensing) for certain appliances under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - Improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. H.R. 4690, Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act- Repeal of section 433 of EISA; efforts to enable c ontinued use of fossil fuels in federal buildings. H.R. 4626, Dont Mess with My Home Appliances Act, EPCA reform - Changes to the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to help ensure it serves its intended purpose of increasing appliance energy efficiency and does not remove or eliminate products. H.R.6264 - Path to Affordable Homes Act of 2025 - requires the Department of Energy to assess revised building code standards for certain criteria. Energy Star - future of the ENERGY STAR energy-efficiency program. Furnace Rule - Department of Energy 95% annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) standard for furnaces.

Federal policy relating to 2023 reauthorization of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). H.R. 5301, Promoting Innovation in Pipeline Efficiency and Safety (PIPES) Act of 2025 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). S. 2975, Pipeline Integrity, Protection, and Enhancement for Leveraging Investments in the Nation's Energy to assure Safety (PIPELINE Safety) Act of 2025 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). H.R. 7655, Pipeline Safety, Modernization, and Expansion Act of 2024 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). H.R. 2613, Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). Class Location Change Requirements (RIN 2137-AF29). Amendments to Parts 192 and 195 to require Valve installation and Minimum Rupture Detection Standards (RIN 2137-AF06). Safety of Gas Transmission Pipelines, Repair Criteria, Integrity Management Improvements, Cathodic Protection, Management of Change, and Other Related Amendments (RIN 2137-AF39).

Client expense: $323,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, SENATE

H.R. 3668 - Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act - Assigns FERC the lead role in pipeline permitting and improve coordination among federal and state agencies reviewing permitting applications for interstate natural gas pipelines Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use Next Generation Pipeline Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - Improved federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs H.R. 3616, Reliable Power Act H.R. 1047, Grid Power Act H.R. 3632, Power Plant Reliability Act H.R. 3638, Electric Supply Chain Act Artificial intelligence issues generally Load growth, reliability, and resource adequacy generally Data center issues generally Energy Efficiency generally Issues related to energy grid supply chain Draft legislation related to cybersecurity Draft legislation related to electric grid/energy infrastructure cybersecurity

Client expense: $300,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Issues related to transportation infrastructure safety and maintenance, water infrastructure, corrosion prevention, and pipeline maintenance; H.R.4170, Bridge Corrosion Prevention and Repair Act of 2025; H.R.2613, Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act. Issues related to shipbuilding including S.1541/H.R.3151, SHIPS for America Act of 2025.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $50,000

(ENG) Energy/Nuclear: H.R. 1355, the Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act- Reauthorizes WAP through 2030, authorizes the Weatherization Readiness Program, and raises the statutory Average Cost Per Unit from $6,500 to $12,000, so that households can receive more assistance. Energy Choice Act. H.R. 3699 / S. 1945. - Legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). Public Law No. 117-169 Inflation Reduction Act - Implementation of hydrogen production tax credit, Section 48 ITC, and home rebate programs. H.R. 3668. Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act Assigns FERC the lead role in pipeline permitting and improve coordination among federal and state agencies reviewing permitting applications for interstate natural gas pipelines, H.R. 3898 Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act. Legislation that seeks to ease regulatory requirements, streamline reviews, and provide greater certainty under the Clean Water Act (CWA) permitting process. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful, safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Discussion Draft-Two Product Classes - Work on legislation to establish two separate product classes (condensing and non-condensing) for certain appliances under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - Improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. H.R. 4690, Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act- Repeal of section 433 of EISA; efforts to enable continued use of fossil fuels in federal buildings. H.R. 4626, Dont Mess with My Home Appliances Act, EPCA reform - Changes to the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to help ensure it serves its intended purpose of increasing appliance energy efficiency and does not remove or eliminate products. Selected House(s) of Congress and Federal Agencies Lobbied

(ENG) Energy/Nuclear: H.R. 1355, the Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act- Reauthorizes WAP through 2030, authorizes the Weatherization Readiness Program, and raises the statutory Average Cost Per Unit from $6,500 to $12,000, so that households can receive more assistance. Energy Choice Act. H.R. 3699 / S. 1945. - Legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). Public Law No. 117-169 Inflation Reduction Act - Implementation of hydrogen production tax credit, Section 48 ITC, and home rebate programs. H.R. 3668. Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act Assigns FERC the lead role in pipeline permitting and improve coordination among federal and state agencies reviewing permitting applications for interstate natural gas pipelines, H.R. 3898 Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act. Legislation that seeks to ease regulatory requirements, streamline reviews, and provide greater certainty under the Clean Water Act (CWA) permitting process. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful, safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Discussion Draft-Two Product Classes - Work on legislation to establish two separate product classes (condensing and non-condensing) for certain appliances under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - Improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. H.R. 4690, Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act- Repeal of section 433 of EISA; efforts to enable continued use of fossil fuels in federal buildings. H.R. 4626, Dont Mess with My Home Appliances Act, EPCA reform - Changes to the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to help ensure it serves its intended purpose of increasing appliance energy efficiency and does not remove or eliminate products. Selected House(s) of Congress and Federal Agencies Lobbied

Energy Choice Act. HR 3699/S 1945 legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). H. J. RES. 20, S.J. RES 4.- Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters House Permitting Reform - House Energy and Commerce, Transportation and Infrastructure and Resources Committee draft permitting reform legislation covering FERC/DOE, National Environmental Policy Act, and Clean Water Act permitting reforms respectively. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. EISA Section 433 efforts to enable continued use of fossil fuels in federal buildings.

Client expense: $300,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Issues related to transportation infrastructure safety and maintenance, water infrastructure, corrosion prevention, and pipeline maintenance; Bridge Corrosion Prevention and Repair Act (draft); H.R.2613, Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act. Issues related to shipbuilding including S.1541/H.R.3151, SHIPS for America Act of 2025.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $50,000

Federal policy relating to 2023 reauthorization of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). H.R. 5301, Promoting Innovation in Pipeline Efficiency and Safety (PIPES) Act of 2025 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). H.R. 7655, Pipeline Safety, Modernization, and Expansion Act of 2024 (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). Discussion draft relating to reauthorization of the Office of Pipeline Safety within the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). H.R. 2613, Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (provisions relating to the interstate natural gas pipeline sector). Class Location Change Requirements (RIN 2137-AF29). Amendments to Parts 192 and 195 to require Valve installation and Minimum Rupture Detection Standards (RIN 2137-AF06). Safety of Gas Transmission Pipelines, Repair Criteria, Integrity Management Improvements, Cathodic Protection, Management of Change, and Other Related Amendments (RIN 2137-AF39).

Client expense: $375,000 · Firm income: Not reported

H.R. 3668 - Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act - Assigns FERC the lead role in pipeline permitting and improve coordination among federal and state agencies reviewing permitting applications for interstate natural gas pipelines Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use Next Generation Pipeline Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - Improved federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs H.R. 1355, the Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act - Reauthorizes WAP through 2030, authorizes the Weatherization Readiness Program, and raises the statutory Average Cost Per Unit from $6,600 to $12,000, so that households can receive more assistance Artificial intelligence issues generally Load growth, reliability and resource adequacy generally Data center issues generally Issues related to energy grid supply chain Draft legislation related to cybersecurity Draft legislation related to electric grid/energy infrastructure cybersecurity

Client expense: $140,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Issues related to transportation infrastructure safety and maintenance, water infrastructure, corrosion prevention, and pipeline maintenance; Bridge Corrosion Prevention and Repair Act (draft); H.R.2613, Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act; S.1541/H.R.3151, SHIPS for America Act of 2025.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $50,000

H.R. 3668 - Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act - Assigns FERC the lead role in pipeline permitting and improve coordination among federal and state agencies reviewing permitting applications for interstate natural gas pipelines Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use Next Generation Pipeline Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - Improved federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs Artificial intelligence issues generally Load growth, reliability and resource adequacy generally Data center issues generally Issues related to energy grid supply chain Draft legislation related to cybersecurity Draft legislation related to electric grid/energy infrastructure cybersecurity

Client expense: $210,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Energy Choice Act. H.R. 3699 / S. 1945. - Legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). Public Law No. 117-169 Inflation Reduction Act - Implementation of hydrogen production tax credit, Section 48 ITC, and home rebate programs. H.R. 3668. Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act Assigns FERC the lead role in pipeline permitting and improve coordination among federal and state agencies reviewing permitting applications for interstate natural gas pipelines, H.R. 3898 Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act. Legislation that seeks to ease regulatory requirements, streamline reviews, and provide greater certainty under the Clean Water Act (CWA) permitting process. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Discussion Draft-Two Product Classes - Work on legislation to establish two separate product classes (condensing and non-condensing) for certain appliances under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - Improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. EISA Section 433 - Efforts to enable continued use of fossil fuels in federal buildings. EPCA reform - Changes to the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to help ensure it serves its intended purpose of increasing appliance energy efficiency and does not remove eliminate products.

Client expense: $350,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Energy Choice Act. HR 3699/S 1945 legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). H. J. RES. 20, S.J. RES 4.- Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters Public Law No. 117-169 Inflation Reduction Act - Implementation of hydrogen production tax credit, Section 48 ITC, and home rebate programs. House Permitting Reform - House Energy and Commerce, Transportation and Infrastructure and Resources Committee draft permitting reform legislation covering FERC/DOE, National Environmental Policy Act, and Clean Water Act permitting reforms respectively. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Discussion Draft-Two Product Classes - work on legislation to establish two separate product classes (condensing and non-condensing) for certain appliances under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. EISA Section 433 efforts to enable continued use of fossil fuels in federal buildings.

Client expense: $120,000 · Firm income: Not reported

S.914, Energy Threat Analysis Center Establishment Act; Draft legislation on the interconnection queue; Draft legislation on power reliability; Draft legislation on transmission; Artificial intelligence issues generally; Load growth, reliability, and resource adequacy generally; Data center issues generally; Energy security issues generally; Issues related to energy grid supply chain; Issues related to energy sector impacts from tariff policies; Draft legislation related to cybersecurity; Draft legislation related to security and data; Distribution transformers; Draft legislation related to electric grid/energy infrastructure cybersecurity Public Law No. 117-169 Inflation Reduction Act - Implementation of hydrogen production tax credit, Section 48 ITC, and home rebate programs; Gas Electric Coordination issues generally; Energy Access issues generally; Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs.

Client expense: $230,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Draft legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). H. J. RES. 20, S.J. RES 4.- Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters Public Law No. 117-169 Inflation Reduction Act - Implementation of hydrogen production tax credit, Section 48 ITC, and home rebate programs. House Permitting Reform - House Energy and Commerce, Transportation and Infrastructure and Resources Committee draft permitting reform legislation covering FERC/DOE, National Environmental Policy Act, and Clean Water Act permitting reforms respectively. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Discussion Draft-Two Product Classes - work on legislation to establish two separate product classes (condensing and non-condensing) for certain appliances under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. EISA Section 433 efforts to enable continued use of fossil fuels in federal buildings.

Client expense: $125,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Draft legislation to Federally preempt States from limiting consumer energy choice (fuel neutral). H. J. RES. 20, S.J. RES 4.- Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters Public Law No. 117-169 Inflation Reduction Act - Implementation of hydrogen production tax credit, Section 48 ITC, and home rebate programs. House Permitting Reform - House Energy and Commerce, Transportation and Infrastructure and Resources Committee draft permitting reform legislation covering FERC/DOE, National Environmental Policy Act, and Clean Water Act permitting reforms respectively. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Discussion Draft-Two Product Classes - work on legislation to establish two separate product classes (condensing and non-condensing) for certain appliances under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs. EISA Section 433 efforts to enable continued use of fossil fuels in federal buildings.

Client expense: $380,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Artificial intelligence issues generally. Load growth, reliability, and resource adequacy generally. Data center issues generally. Energy security issues generally. Issues related to energy grid supply chain. Draft legislation related to cybersecurity. Draft legislation related to electric grid/energy infrastructure cybersecurity. Gas Electric Coordination - Considering options to guarantee that natural gas supply remains plentiful safe, reliable and resilient for both natural gas utility customers as well as for power generation. Energy Access - Work relating to continued access to natural gas for direct use. Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act (H.R. 2613) - improve federal-private sector pipeline RD&D via new DOE and NIST pipeline programs.

Client expense: $140,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE