S.T.O.R.A.G.E. Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 2823 S.T.O.R.A.G.E. Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Energy. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/8/2023, 7:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2823

The S.T.O.R.A.G.E. Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 2823, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The acronym S.T.O.R.A.G.E. stands for Secure and Transparent Online Records for American Government Entities.

The main goal of the S.T.O.R.A.G.E. Act is to establish a secure and transparent system for storing and managing online records for government entities. This includes records related to financial transactions, communications, and other important documents. The Act aims to improve the efficiency and security of government record-keeping, as well as increase transparency and accountability.

Some key provisions of the S.T.O.R.A.G.E. Act include requirements for government entities to implement secure online record-keeping systems, guidelines for the storage and management of sensitive information, and protocols for ensuring the integrity and authenticity of online records. The Act also includes provisions for regular audits and reviews of government record-keeping practices to ensure compliance with the new regulations. Overall, the S.T.O.R.A.G.E. Act seeks to modernize and improve the way that government entities store and manage online records, with a focus on security, transparency, and accountability. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will help protect sensitive information and improve government efficiency, while critics raise concerns about the potential costs and implementation challenges associated with the new regulations.

Congressional Summary of HR 2823

Storage Technology for Operational Readiness and Generating Energy Act or the S.T.O.R.A.G.E. Act

This bill adds energy storage systems to the list of strategies states should consider when developing energy plans and using their utility ratemaking authority. States must consider requiring that, as a part of a supply side resource planning process, electric utilities in the states demonstrate that they considered an investment in energy storage systems based on factors such as cost, improved reliability, security, and system performance and efficiency.

The Department of Energy (DOE) must coordinate efforts among various existing programs conducting energy storage research at DOE.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2823

Bill HR 2823 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 22, 2021. Bill HR 2823 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 22, 2021. Bill HR 2823's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy. as of April 23, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2823

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2823

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Potential Impact Areas

Electric power generation and transmissionEnergy efficiency and conservationEnergy researchEnergy storage, supplies, demandPublic utilities and utility ratesState and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2823

S.T.O.R.A.G.E. ActTo provide for the consideration of energy storage systems by electric utilities as part of a supply side resource process, and for other purposes.S.T.O.R.A.G.E. ActStorage Technology for Operational Readiness And Generating Energy Act

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2823

Mark Takano

California(Democrat)

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