Noncontiguous Energy Relief and Access Act of 2025

This bill would let energy products be moved by ship between U.S. points when at least one point is in Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, or Puerto Rico, even when coastwise laws normally apply. In simple terms, it creates an exception so these places can get energy equipment and supplies more easily by sea ().

It defines “energy products” broadly to include equipment and energy sources used to make, store, send, and deliver electricity. Examples named in the bill include power generators, storage units, wind turbines, solar panels, hydro plants, and related parts. It also covers petroleum products as defined in existing law ().

• Who is affected: Residents, utilities, and businesses in Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, and Puerto Rico; shippers moving energy products between U.S. points ().
• What changes: Normal coastwise shipping limits would not apply to energy products on these routes, allowing them to be transported by vessel between U.S. points that include one of these areas ().