Carbon Fiber Recycling Act of 2015

1/11/2023, 1:31 PM

Congressional Summary of S 1432

Carbon Fiber Recycling Act of 2015

This bill requires the Department of Energy (DOE) to study and report on the technology of recycled carbon fiber and the potential lifecycle energy savings and economic impact of recycled carbon fiber.

DOE must consult with the aviation and automotive industries and existing programs of DOE's Advanced Manufacturing Office to develop a carbon fiber recycling demonstration project.

Current Status of Bill S 1432

Bill S 1432 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 21, 2015. Bill S 1432 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the Senate on May 21, 2015.  Bill S 1432's most recent activity was Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held. as of June 9, 2015

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1432

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1432

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Potential Impact Areas

Aviation and airportsCongressional oversightEmployment and training programsEnergy efficiency and conservationEnvironmental technologyGovernment studies and investigationsManufacturingMaterialsMotor vehiclesSolid waste and recyclingTechnology assessment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1432

Carbon Fiber Recycling Act of 2015A bill to require the Secretary of Energy to conduct a study on the technology, potential lifecycle energy savings, and economic impact of recycled carbon fiber, and for other purposes.Carbon Fiber Recycling Act of 2015
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