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Las Americas Energy Security Act

12/29/2022, 5:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7934

Bill 117 hr 7934, also known as the Las Americas Energy Security Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote energy security in the Americas by encouraging cooperation between the United States and countries in the region.

The bill includes provisions for increasing energy production and infrastructure development in the Americas, with a focus on renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power. It also aims to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and promote energy efficiency measures.

Additionally, the Las Americas Energy Security Act seeks to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between the US and countries in the region through energy cooperation. This includes initiatives to improve energy security, promote sustainable development, and enhance regional stability. Overall, the bill is designed to enhance energy security in the Americas through increased cooperation and investment in renewable energy sources. It aims to benefit both the US and its regional partners by promoting sustainable energy practices and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

Congressional Summary of HR 7934

Las Americas Energy Security Act

This bill establishes a sovereign lending program for eligible Latin American and Caribbean partner countries to support such countries' short-term energy needs and fund projects to transition to renewable energy.

The bill also directs the Department of State to prioritize and expedite U.S. government support for such countries' efforts to increase energy security, including by providing support for projects that improve Latin American and Caribbean energy markets.

Current Status of Bill HR 7934

Bill HR 7934 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 3, 2022. Bill HR 7934 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 3, 2022.  Bill HR 7934's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of June 3, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7934

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7934

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Advanced technology and technological innovations
- Air quality
- Alternative and renewable resources
- Caribbean area
- Climate change and greenhouse gases
- Congressional oversight
- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Electric power generation and transmission
- Energy efficiency and conservation
- Energy storage, supplies, demand
- Foreign aid and international relief
- Free trade and trade barriers
- Government lending and loan guarantees
- Latin America
- Multilateral development programs
- Trade agreements and negotiations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7934

Las Americas Energy Security Act
Las Americas Energy Security Act
To establish a lending program for Latin America and the Caribbean to reaffirm the United States commitment to growth and energy security in the Western Hemisphere.

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