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Battery Material Processing and Component Manufacturing Act of 2021
12/31/2022, 5:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4864
Bill 117 HR 4864, also known as the Battery Material Processing and Component Manufacturing Act of 2021, aims to support the domestic production of batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. The bill focuses on increasing the supply chain for critical minerals used in battery production, as well as promoting research and development in battery technology.
Key provisions of the bill include establishing a grant program to support the development of battery material processing facilities in the United States, as well as providing funding for research and development in battery technology. The bill also aims to promote workforce development in the battery manufacturing industry, with a focus on training programs for workers in communities impacted by the transition to electric vehicles.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve the recycling and reuse of batteries, in order to reduce waste and environmental impact. This includes funding for research into battery recycling technologies and establishing a national recycling program for lithium-ion batteries. Overall, the Battery Material Processing and Component Manufacturing Act of 2021 seeks to strengthen the domestic battery manufacturing industry, reduce reliance on foreign sources of critical minerals, and promote sustainable practices in battery production and recycling.
Key provisions of the bill include establishing a grant program to support the development of battery material processing facilities in the United States, as well as providing funding for research and development in battery technology. The bill also aims to promote workforce development in the battery manufacturing industry, with a focus on training programs for workers in communities impacted by the transition to electric vehicles.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve the recycling and reuse of batteries, in order to reduce waste and environmental impact. This includes funding for research into battery recycling technologies and establishing a national recycling program for lithium-ion batteries. Overall, the Battery Material Processing and Component Manufacturing Act of 2021 seeks to strengthen the domestic battery manufacturing industry, reduce reliance on foreign sources of critical minerals, and promote sustainable practices in battery production and recycling.
Congressional Summary of HR 4864
Battery Material Processing and Component Manufacturing Act of 2021
This bill requires the Department of Energy to establish grant programs to support, enhance, and sustain a domestic supply chain for batteries, including grants to facilities for processing, manufacturing, and recycling batteries.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4864
Bill HR 4864 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 30, 2021. Bill HR 4864 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 30, 2021. Bill HR 4864's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy. as of August 2, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4864
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4864
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4864
To direct the Secretary of Energy to establish grant programs focused on battery material processing, manufacturing, and recycling programs, and for other purposes.
Battery Material Processing and Component Manufacturing Act of 2021
Battery Material Processing and Component Manufacturing Act of 2021
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4864
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