Energy Jobs for our Heroes Act of 2019

Senate Bill 876 - Energy Jobs for our Heroes Act of 2019: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2022-11-01T18:17:19Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 876 Energy Jobs for our Heroes 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, 6:17 PM

Congressional Summary of S 876

Energy Jobs for our Heroes Act of 2019

This bill establishes the Energy-Ready Vets Program within the Department of Energy. The program must prepare eligible veterans for careers in the energy industry.

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Current Status of Bill S 876

Bill S 876 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 26, 2019. Bill S 876 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the Senate on March 26, 2019. Bill S 876's most recent activity was By Senator Murkowski from Committee on Energy and Natural Resources filed written report. Report No. 116-201. as of January 9, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 876

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 876

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Potential Impact Areas

- Air quality

- Alternative and renewable resources

- Climate change and greenhouse gases

- Computer security and identity theft

- Electric power generation and transmission

- Employment and training programs

- Licensing and registrations

- Public-private cooperation

- Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 876

Energy Jobs for our Heroes Act of 2019

A bill to amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to require the Secretary of Energy to establish a program to prepare veterans for careers in the energy industry, including the solar, wind, cybersecurity, and other low-carbon emissions sectors or zero-emissions sectors of the energy industry, and for other purposes.