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Transitioning Research to Ensure Appropriate Treatment of Water Act
12/31/2022, 9:00 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5166
Bill 117 HR 5166, also known as the Transitioning Research to Ensure Appropriate Treatment of Water Act, aims to address the issue of water treatment and research in the United States. The bill focuses on transitioning research findings into practical applications to ensure that water treatment methods are effective and safe for public consumption.
The bill emphasizes the importance of research in developing and improving water treatment technologies. It calls for increased collaboration between researchers, industry experts, and government agencies to ensure that research findings are effectively translated into real-world solutions. This includes funding for research projects that focus on improving water treatment methods and technologies.
Additionally, the bill highlights the need for transparency and accountability in the water treatment industry. It calls for increased monitoring and reporting of water quality data to ensure that treatment methods are meeting safety standards. The bill also emphasizes the importance of public education and awareness regarding water treatment practices and the potential risks associated with contaminated water. Overall, Bill 117 HR 5166 seeks to improve the quality and safety of water treatment methods in the United States by promoting research, collaboration, and transparency within the industry. It aims to ensure that all Americans have access to clean and safe drinking water.
The bill emphasizes the importance of research in developing and improving water treatment technologies. It calls for increased collaboration between researchers, industry experts, and government agencies to ensure that research findings are effectively translated into real-world solutions. This includes funding for research projects that focus on improving water treatment methods and technologies.
Additionally, the bill highlights the need for transparency and accountability in the water treatment industry. It calls for increased monitoring and reporting of water quality data to ensure that treatment methods are meeting safety standards. The bill also emphasizes the importance of public education and awareness regarding water treatment practices and the potential risks associated with contaminated water. Overall, Bill 117 HR 5166 seeks to improve the quality and safety of water treatment methods in the United States by promoting research, collaboration, and transparency within the industry. It aims to ensure that all Americans have access to clean and safe drinking water.
Congressional Summary of HR 5166
TREAT Water Act or the Transitioning Research to Ensure Appropriate Treatment of Water Act
This bill requires the Department of Energy (DOE) to establish a demonstration program for on-site treatment of produced water (e.g., water used to drill oil or gas wells). In carrying out the program, DOE should prioritize (1) first-of-a-kind or new approaches to treating produced water stationed on site, and (2) technologies that can be used at natural gas or oil development sites to reduce other environmental harm either through emissions or other environmental impact.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5166
Bill HR 5166 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 3, 2021. Bill HR 5166 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 3, 2021. Bill HR 5166's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. as of September 3, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5166
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5166
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5166
To direct the Secretary of Energy to establish a demonstration program for on-site treatment of produced water, and for other purposes.
Transitioning Research to Ensure Appropriate Treatment of Water Act
Transitioning Research to Ensure Appropriate Treatment of Water Act
TREAT Water Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5166
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