A bill to support and fund the Federal procurement of clean energy products, and for other purposes.

1/3/2025, 6:58 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Bill 118 s 5530, also known as the Clean Energy Procurement Act, is a piece of legislation aimed at supporting and funding the Federal procurement of clean energy products. The bill seeks to promote the use of renewable energy sources and reduce the government's carbon footprint.

Under this bill, Federal agencies will be required to prioritize the purchase of clean energy products, such as solar panels, wind turbines, and energy-efficient appliances, for their operations. The goal is to increase the demand for clean energy products and stimulate the growth of the clean energy industry.

In addition to promoting the use of clean energy products, the bill also includes provisions for funding research and development in the clean energy sector. This will help drive innovation and create new opportunities for clean energy technologies. Overall, the Clean Energy Procurement Act aims to support the transition to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy system. By encouraging the use of clean energy products and investing in research and development, the bill seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.
Congress
118

Number
S - 5530

Introduced on
2024-12-12

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Bill 118 s 5530, also known as the Clean Energy Procurement Act, is a piece of legislation aimed at supporting and funding the Federal procurement of clean energy products. The bill seeks to promote the use of renewable energy sources and reduce the government's carbon footprint.

Under this bill, Federal agencies will be required to prioritize the purchase of clean energy products, such as solar panels, wind turbines, and energy-efficient appliances, for their operations. The goal is to increase the demand for clean energy products and stimulate the growth of the clean energy industry.

In addition to promoting the use of clean energy products, the bill also includes provisions for funding research and development in the clean energy sector. This will help drive innovation and create new opportunities for clean energy technologies. Overall, the Clean Energy Procurement Act aims to support the transition to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy system. By encouraging the use of clean energy products and investing in research and development, the bill seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to support and fund the Federal procurement of clean energy products, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Lilianna Gunter
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I just heard about this new bill and it's really got me feeling down. I don't know how this is gonna affect me in the short term. Can someone explain it to me?

Recent Activity

Latest Action12/12/2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.