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Investing in Energy Regions Act
12/31/2022, 5:45 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5368
Bill 117 HR 5368, also known as the Investing in Energy Regions Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide funding and support for regions that have been heavily reliant on the energy industry, such as coal, oil, and gas, in order to help them transition to a more sustainable and diverse economy.
The bill proposes the creation of a grant program that would allocate funds to these energy regions for projects that promote economic development, job training, and infrastructure improvements. This would help these communities diversify their economies and create new opportunities for residents who may have been negatively impacted by the decline of the traditional energy sector.
Additionally, the Investing in Energy Regions Act aims to support research and development in clean energy technologies, such as renewable energy sources and energy efficiency measures. By investing in these areas, the bill seeks to not only create new job opportunities, but also reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Overall, the Investing in Energy Regions Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to support communities that have been historically reliant on the energy industry, while also promoting sustainable economic growth and environmental stewardship.
The bill proposes the creation of a grant program that would allocate funds to these energy regions for projects that promote economic development, job training, and infrastructure improvements. This would help these communities diversify their economies and create new opportunities for residents who may have been negatively impacted by the decline of the traditional energy sector.
Additionally, the Investing in Energy Regions Act aims to support research and development in clean energy technologies, such as renewable energy sources and energy efficiency measures. By investing in these areas, the bill seeks to not only create new job opportunities, but also reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Overall, the Investing in Energy Regions Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to support communities that have been historically reliant on the energy industry, while also promoting sustainable economic growth and environmental stewardship.
Congressional Summary of HR 5368
Investing in Energy Regions Act
This bill requires the Department of Energy (DOE) to establish a program to demonstrate the technical and economic viability of carrying out clean energy projects on current and former mine land. Under the program, DOE must select no more than five projects that will be carried out in geographically diverse regions. At least two of the projects must be solar projects.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5368
Bill HR 5368 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 24, 2021. Bill HR 5368 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 24, 2021. Bill HR 5368's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy. as of September 24, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5368
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5368
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5368
To direct the Secretary of Energy to establish a program to demonstrate the technical and economic viability of carrying out clean energy projects on current and former mine land, and for other purposes.
Investing in Energy Regions Act
Investing in Energy Regions Act
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