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PIPE Act
12/30/2022, 5:32 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3701
Bill 117 hr 3701, also known as the Protecting Infrastructure and Promoting Economic Growth Act or PIPE Act, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving the permitting process for natural gas pipelines. The bill seeks to streamline the approval process for pipeline projects by establishing deadlines for federal agencies to make decisions on permit applications.
The PIPE Act also includes provisions to enhance coordination between federal, state, and local agencies involved in the permitting process. This is intended to reduce delays and ensure that pipeline projects can move forward in a timely manner while still meeting all necessary regulatory requirements.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve transparency and accountability in the permitting process. It requires federal agencies to provide regular updates on the status of permit applications and to publicly disclose the reasons for any delays or denials. Overall, the PIPE Act is aimed at promoting economic growth by facilitating the development of critical infrastructure projects while also ensuring that environmental and safety considerations are taken into account. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is currently under consideration in committee.
The PIPE Act also includes provisions to enhance coordination between federal, state, and local agencies involved in the permitting process. This is intended to reduce delays and ensure that pipeline projects can move forward in a timely manner while still meeting all necessary regulatory requirements.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve transparency and accountability in the permitting process. It requires federal agencies to provide regular updates on the status of permit applications and to publicly disclose the reasons for any delays or denials. Overall, the PIPE Act is aimed at promoting economic growth by facilitating the development of critical infrastructure projects while also ensuring that environmental and safety considerations are taken into account. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is currently under consideration in committee.
Congressional Summary of HR 3701
Protecting Infrastructure and Promoting the Economy Act or the PIPE Act
This bill directs the Environmental Protection Agency to establish (1) a wastewater infrastructure discretionary grant program, and (2) a drinking water infrastructure discretionary grant program. Under the programs, state, local, and tribal governments, public water utilities (e.g., systems used to treat wastewater or sewage), and certain water systems may apply for grants for infrastructure projects.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3701
Bill HR 3701 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 4, 2021. Bill HR 3701 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 4, 2021. Bill HR 3701's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change. as of June 7, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3701
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3701
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionPotential Impact Areas
- Air quality
- Atmospheric science and weather
- Buy American requirements
- Climate change and greenhouse gases
- Congressional oversight
- Energy efficiency and conservation
- Government lending and loan guarantees
- Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
- Infrastructure development
- Labor standards
- Marine and coastal resources, fisheries
- Public contracts and procurement
- Public utilities and utility rates
- Securities
- Solid waste and recycling
- State and local finance
- Wages and earnings
- Water quality
- Water resources funding
- Water use and supply
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3701
PIPE Act
To establish water infrastructure grant programs.
PIPE Act
Protecting Infrastructure and Promoting the Economy Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3701
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