Energy Infrastructure Act

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 2377 Energy Infrastructure Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Energy. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/30/2022, 10:18 AM

Congressional Summary of S 2377

Energy Infrastructure Act

This bill addresses energy infrastructure, clean energy supply chains, carbon capture and storage, ecosystem restoration, and western water infrastructure.

Specifically, the bill establishes new programs or expands existing programs to support energy infrastructure, including (1) the electric grid (e.g., infrastructure to prevent power outages, enhance grid cybersecurity, and integrate renewable energy); (2) nuclear energy (e.g., infrastructure for micro or small modular reactors); (3) hydropower; (4) solar and other clean energy; (5) clean hydrogen; and (6) energy efficiency in buildings.

The bill also establishes programs to support supply chains for clean energy technologies, such as supply chains for rare earth minerals, critical minerals, and batteries for electric vehicles.

In addition, the bill provides for the capture, utilization, storage, and transportation of carbon dioxide.

It also provides for the restoration of ecosystems, including efforts to reduce methane from orphaned well sites on federal land, clean up waste from abandoned coal mines, and reduce the risk of wildfires.

Finally, the bill provides for western water infrastructure, including water storage projects, water recycling and reuse projects, desalination projects, and drought contingency plans.

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Current Status of Bill S 2377

Bill S 2377 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 19, 2021. Bill S 2377 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on July 19, 2021. Bill S 2377's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 104. as of July 19, 2021

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2377

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Potential Impact Areas

Advisory bodiesAir qualityAlternative and renewable resourcesAquatic ecologyArizonaAsiaBuilding constructionBuy American requirementsCensus and government statisticsChinaClimate change and greenhouse gasesCompetitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficitsComputer security and identity theftComputers and information technologyCongressional oversightDams and canalsDepartment of EnergyEarth sciencesEcologyEducation of the disadvantagedEducation programs fundingEducational facilities and institutionsEducational technology and distance educationElectric power generation and transmissionElementary and secondary educationEmployment and training programsEndangered and threatened speciesEnergy assistance for the poor and agedEnergy efficiency and conservationEnergy pricesEnergy researchEnergy storage, supplies, demandEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchEnvironmental educationEnvironmental healthEnvironmental technologyExecutive agency funding and structureFederal-Indian relationsFiresFirst responders and emergency personnelFishesFloods and storm protectionForests, forestry, treesGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementGovernment information and archivesGovernment lending and loan guaranteesGovernment studies and investigationsGovernment trust fundsHealth facilities and institutionsHigher educationHuman rightsHunting and fishingHybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehiclesIndian lands and resources rightsIndustrial facilitiesIndustrial policy and productivityIntergovernmental relationsInternet and video servicesInternet, web applications, social mediaLabor marketLabor standardsLakes and riversLand use and conservationLicensing and registrationsLighting, heating, coolingManufacturingMarine and coastal resources, fisheriesMaterialsMetalsMiningMinority healthMontanaMotor fuelsMotor vehiclesNational and community serviceNatural disastersNuclear powerOil and gasOutdoor recreationParks, recreation areas, trailsPerformance measurementPipelinesProperty taxPublic contracts and procurementPublic participation and lobbyingPublic utilities and utility ratesResearch and developmentResidential rehabilitation and home repairRural conditions and developmentSmall businessSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizationsSolid waste and recyclingState and local financeState and local government operationsState and local taxationStrategic materials and reservesTax-exempt organizationsTechnology transfer and commercializationUnemploymentUser charges and feesWages and earningsWashington StateWater Resources DevelopmentWater qualityWater storageWater use and supplyWatershedsWildlife conservation and habitat protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2377

Energy Infrastructure ActEnergy Infrastructure ActEnergy Infrastructure ActAn original bill to invest in the energy and outdoor infrastructure of the United States to deploy new and innovative technologies, update existing infrastructure to be reliable and resilient, and secure energy infrastructure against physical and cyber threats, and for other purposes.

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