REAP Modernization Act of 2025
Sponsored By: Representative Rep. Vindman, Eugene Simon [D-VA-7]
Introduced
Summary
Modernizes the Rural Energy for America Program and makes reducing greenhouse gas emissions a core goal. The bill would expand who can get grants or loans, add climate-benefit scoring to applications, and streamline how projects apply and bundle eligible activities.
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
Farm energy grants: easier access, higher match
If enacted, more groups could apply, including producer cooperatives and nongovernmental organizations. In special cases, the Secretary could aid producer and rural electric cooperatives that normally do not qualify. One grant could cover more than one eligible activity, and the cap would rise to $50,000. But applicants getting assistance under subsection (c) would need to pay more: the required match would increase from 25% to 50% of project costs.
15% reserve for underused energy tech
If enacted, at least 15% of certain yearly program funds would go into a reserve. After other funds are used, the reserve could back projects that use underused renewable technologies. Any reserve money left at year end would be used for regular program grants, with no technology restriction.
No energy-use quota on shared meters
If enacted, when a home shares a meter with a farm or rural small business, the program would not require a set amount of energy to be used by the business. This would protect shared-meter setups from local-use quotas on project power.
Simpler applications, climate scoring, and help
If enacted, the Secretary would create a streamlined application, including bundled applications for multi-part projects. Reviewers would consider how projects cut greenhouse gases, and the Secretary would promote emissions reductions. The agency would offer outreach and technical help, including on mixing energy projects with crops or livestock. Up to 8% of yearly program funds could be used for this outreach and technical assistance.
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Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Rep. Vindman, Eugene Simon [D-VA-7]
VA • D
Cosponsors
Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22]
CA • R
Sponsored 11/21/2025
Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]
PA • R
Sponsored 1/6/2026
Roll Call Votes
No roll call votes available for this bill.
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