S. 3222 Introduced Energy

Stop Shut-Offs During Shutdowns Act

A bill to express the sense of Congress regarding the need for a nationwide moratorium on electric and natural gas utility disconnections during a Government shutdown, to ensure that electric service is not disconnected for electric consumers during certain lapses in appropriations, and for other purposes.

  1. Introduced
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  3. Passed Senate
  4. Passed House
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA] Introduced November 19, 2025 Cosponsors 5 (5 D) Latest action November 19, 2025

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  1. Nov 19, 2025 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
  2. Nov 19, 2025 Introduced in Senate

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