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Promoting Sustainable Energy Projects for Tribal Communities Act of 2021
12/31/2022, 8:59 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5234
Bill 117 HR 5234, also known as the Promoting Sustainable Energy Projects for Tribal Communities Act of 2021, aims to support and promote sustainable energy projects in tribal communities across the United States. The bill recognizes the importance of tribal sovereignty and self-determination in energy development and seeks to provide resources and assistance to tribes in developing and implementing renewable energy projects.
The bill includes provisions for grants and technical assistance to help tribes develop renewable energy projects, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power. It also establishes a Tribal Energy Resource Center to provide tribes with information and support for energy development. Additionally, the bill encourages partnerships between tribes, federal agencies, and private sector entities to promote sustainable energy projects in tribal communities.
Overall, the Promoting Sustainable Energy Projects for Tribal Communities Act of 2021 aims to empower tribal communities to pursue clean energy solutions that can help reduce reliance on fossil fuels, create jobs, and promote economic development. By supporting tribal sovereignty and self-determination in energy development, the bill seeks to address environmental and economic challenges facing tribal communities while promoting sustainable energy practices.
The bill includes provisions for grants and technical assistance to help tribes develop renewable energy projects, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power. It also establishes a Tribal Energy Resource Center to provide tribes with information and support for energy development. Additionally, the bill encourages partnerships between tribes, federal agencies, and private sector entities to promote sustainable energy projects in tribal communities.
Overall, the Promoting Sustainable Energy Projects for Tribal Communities Act of 2021 aims to empower tribal communities to pursue clean energy solutions that can help reduce reliance on fossil fuels, create jobs, and promote economic development. By supporting tribal sovereignty and self-determination in energy development, the bill seeks to address environmental and economic challenges facing tribal communities while promoting sustainable energy practices.
Congressional Summary of HR 5234
Promoting Sustainable Energy Projects for Tribal Communities Act of 2021
This bill allows Indian tribal governments to elect to receive payments, in lieu of tax credits, for energy property and electricity produced from certain renewable resources.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5234
Bill HR 5234 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 10, 2021. Bill HR 5234 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 10, 2021. Bill HR 5234's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of September 10, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5234
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5234
Primary Policy Focus
TaxationPotential Impact Areas
- Alternative and renewable resources
- Electric power generation and transmission
- Federal-Indian relations
- Income tax credits
- Indian social and development programs
- Tax administration and collection, taxpayers
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5234
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for elective payments to Indian tribal governments for energy property and electricity produced from certain renewable resources.
Promoting Sustainable Energy Projects for Tribal Communities Act of 2021
Promoting Sustainable Energy Projects for Tribal Communities Act of 2021
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5234
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