SCALE Act

3/8/2023, 7:58 PM

Storing CO2 And Lowering Emissions Act or the SCALE Act

This bill establishes programs within the Department of Energy that provide financial support and incentives to develop infrastructure for carbon dioxide capture, transport, utilization, and storage.

The SCALE Act, also known as Bill 117 HR 1992, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of the SCALE Act is to provide funding for infrastructure projects that will help improve the efficiency and safety of the nation's transportation systems.

Specifically, the SCALE Act aims to invest in projects that will help reduce congestion, improve freight movement, and enhance the overall performance of the transportation network. This includes funding for projects such as highway and bridge improvements, public transportation upgrades, and the development of new technologies to improve transportation systems.

The SCALE Act also includes provisions to support the development of sustainable transportation options, such as electric vehicles and alternative fuels. Additionally, the bill aims to promote the use of innovative technologies to improve the safety and efficiency of transportation systems. Overall, the SCALE Act is focused on investing in infrastructure projects that will help modernize and improve the nation's transportation systems. It is intended to support economic growth, create jobs, and enhance the overall quality of life for Americans.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 1992

Introduced on
2021-03-17

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/17/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Storing CO2 And Lowering Emissions Act or the SCALE Act

This bill establishes programs within the Department of Energy that provide financial support and incentives to develop infrastructure for carbon dioxide capture, transport, utilization, and storage.

The SCALE Act, also known as Bill 117 HR 1992, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of the SCALE Act is to provide funding for infrastructure projects that will help improve the efficiency and safety of the nation's transportation systems.

Specifically, the SCALE Act aims to invest in projects that will help reduce congestion, improve freight movement, and enhance the overall performance of the transportation network. This includes funding for projects such as highway and bridge improvements, public transportation upgrades, and the development of new technologies to improve transportation systems.

The SCALE Act also includes provisions to support the development of sustainable transportation options, such as electric vehicles and alternative fuels. Additionally, the bill aims to promote the use of innovative technologies to improve the safety and efficiency of transportation systems. Overall, the SCALE Act is focused on investing in infrastructure projects that will help modernize and improve the nation's transportation systems. It is intended to support economic growth, create jobs, and enhance the overall quality of life for Americans.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require the Secretary of Energy to establish programs for carbon dioxide capture, transport, utilization, and storage, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Energy

Potential Impact
Air quality•
Buy American requirements•
Climate change and greenhouse gases•
Environmental technology•
Government lending and loan guarantees•
Labor standards•
Licensing and registrations•
Manufacturing•
Metals•
Public contracts and procurement•
Public utilities and utility rates•
Technology transfer and commercialization•
Wages and earnings•
Water quality•
Water use and supply

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Latest Summary9/1/2021

Storing CO2 And Lowering Emissions Act or the SCALE Act

This bill establishes programs within the Department of Energy that provide financial support and incentives to develop infrastructure for carbon dioxide capture, transport, ut...


Latest Action3/18/2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.