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SUN Act
3/9/2023, 5:47 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3690
The SUN Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 3690, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to promote the use of solar energy in the United States by providing incentives and support for the development and implementation of solar energy projects.
The SUN Act includes provisions for increasing funding for solar energy research and development, as well as for providing tax credits and other financial incentives for individuals and businesses that invest in solar energy technology. The bill also aims to streamline the permitting process for solar energy projects and to encourage the use of solar energy in federal buildings and facilities.
Additionally, the SUN Act includes measures to promote workforce development in the solar energy industry, such as providing training and education programs for workers in the field. The bill also includes provisions for increasing access to solar energy for low-income communities and underserved populations. Overall, the SUN Act is designed to support the growth of the solar energy industry in the United States and to help reduce the country's reliance on fossil fuels. If passed, this legislation could have a significant impact on the development and adoption of solar energy technology across the country.
The SUN Act includes provisions for increasing funding for solar energy research and development, as well as for providing tax credits and other financial incentives for individuals and businesses that invest in solar energy technology. The bill also aims to streamline the permitting process for solar energy projects and to encourage the use of solar energy in federal buildings and facilities.
Additionally, the SUN Act includes measures to promote workforce development in the solar energy industry, such as providing training and education programs for workers in the field. The bill also includes provisions for increasing access to solar energy for low-income communities and underserved populations. Overall, the SUN Act is designed to support the growth of the solar energy industry in the United States and to help reduce the country's reliance on fossil fuels. If passed, this legislation could have a significant impact on the development and adoption of solar energy technology across the country.
Congressional Summary of HR 3690
Solar Use Network Act or the SUN Act
This bill allows states to accommodate electric vehicle charging infrastructure, renewable energy generation facilities, electrical transmission and distribution infrastructure, and broadband infrastructure and conduit within the right-of-way of highways.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3690
Bill HR 3690 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 4, 2021. Bill HR 3690 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 4, 2021. Bill HR 3690's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of June 7, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3690
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3690
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3690
SUN Act
To accommodate certain facilities within the right-of-way on any Federal-aid highway.
SUN Act
Solar Use Network Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3690
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