Utah’s Senator John Curtis introduced the Tribal Energy Fairness Act last week to boost tribal access to federal energy resources, allowing Tribes to directly apply for and manage energy and grid resilience resources without needing to pass funds through utility providers. “Unnecessary red tape and outdated restrictions are holding back access to energy development opportunities,” shares Senator Curtis. “By removing these bureaucratic barriers, our legislation levels the playing field for Tribal communities—ensuring fair access to programs that strengthen grid resilience and support other critical energy projects.” Senator Curtis’ announcement stated that the legislation is backed by Tribal organizations and energy advocates working to expand energy access and resilience in Native communities.
