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Depend on Domestic Clean Energy Act
12/30/2022, 12:18 AM
Summary of Bill HR 7882
Bill 117 HR 7882, also known as the Depend on Domestic Clean Energy Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote the use of clean energy sources within the United States, reducing the country's dependence on foreign energy sources.
The bill includes provisions for increasing funding for research and development of clean energy technologies, as well as incentives for businesses and individuals to invest in renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power. It also aims to create jobs in the clean energy sector and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Additionally, the Depend on Domestic Clean Energy Act includes measures to improve energy efficiency in buildings and transportation, as well as to modernize the country's energy infrastructure. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of transitioning to cleaner energy sources. Overall, the Depend on Domestic Clean Energy Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to promote the use of clean energy within the United States, with the ultimate goal of reducing the country's reliance on foreign energy sources and combating climate change.
The bill includes provisions for increasing funding for research and development of clean energy technologies, as well as incentives for businesses and individuals to invest in renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power. It also aims to create jobs in the clean energy sector and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Additionally, the Depend on Domestic Clean Energy Act includes measures to improve energy efficiency in buildings and transportation, as well as to modernize the country's energy infrastructure. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of transitioning to cleaner energy sources. Overall, the Depend on Domestic Clean Energy Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to promote the use of clean energy within the United States, with the ultimate goal of reducing the country's reliance on foreign energy sources and combating climate change.
Congressional Summary of HR 7882
Depend on Domestic Clean Energy Act or the DOD Clean Energy Act
This bill addresses energy policy and climate resilience efforts of the Department of Defense (DOD), including by establishing in statute specified DOD clean energy targets, providing direct hire authority for DOD to appoint qualified candidates in positions that support the energy independence and climate resilience efforts, and authorizing DOD to develop charging or refueling stations for alternative fuel vehicles on its installations.
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Current Status of Bill HR 7882
Bill HR 7882 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 27, 2022. Bill HR 7882 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 27, 2022. Bill HR 7882's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of May 27, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7882
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
24Democrat Cosponsors
24Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7882
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7882
Depend on Domestic Clean Energy Act
Depend on Domestic Clean Energy Act
To amend title 10, United States Code, to codify certain clean energy targets of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7882
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