Securing Energy Critical Elements and American Jobs Act of 2019

Hozzl · 2022-11-01T13:49:53Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4481 Securing Energy Critical Elements and American Jobs Act of 2019 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Energy. Stay informed on legislative developments.

11/1/2022, 1:49 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 4481

Securing Energy Critical Elements and American Jobs Act of 2019

This bill directs the Department of Energy (DOE) to implement a program to assure the long-term, secure, and sustainable supply of energy critical elements to satisfy the national security, economic well-being, and industrial production needs of the United States.

Specifically, the bill

promotes collaboration in the program to include opportunities for students and staff at institutions of higher education and international collaboration;
requires DOE to develop and update a plan every two years for how it intends to carry out the program; and
creates a Critical Materials Information Center to collect, catalogue, disseminate, and archive information that is generated by research and development activities under the program.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4481

Bill HR 4481 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 24, 2019. Bill HR 4481 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on September 24, 2019. Bill HR 4481's most recent activity was Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote . as of March 12, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4481

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4481

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Potential Impact Areas

- Chemistry

- Congressional oversight

- Energy efficiency and conservation

- Energy research

- Energy storage, supplies, demand

- Higher education

- International organizations and cooperation

- Manufacturing

- Public-private cooperation

- Research administration and funding

- Research and development

- Technology transfer and commercialization

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4481

Securing Energy Critical Elements and American Jobs Act of 2019

To authorize an energy critical elements program, to amend the National Materials and Minerals Policy, Research and Development Act of 1980, and for other purposes.

Securing Energy Critical Elements and American Jobs Act of 2019