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Energy Independence Task Force Act

12/29/2022, 5:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8002

Bill 117 hr 8002, also known as the Energy Independence Task Force Act, was introduced in the US Congress with the goal of promoting energy independence and reducing reliance on foreign sources of energy. The bill establishes an Energy Independence Task Force, which will be responsible for developing a comprehensive strategy to achieve energy independence within a specified timeframe.

The task force will be composed of representatives from various government agencies, as well as experts in the fields of energy production and conservation. The bill outlines specific goals for the task force, including increasing domestic energy production, promoting renewable energy sources, and reducing energy consumption through efficiency measures.

In addition, the bill calls for the task force to conduct research and analysis on current energy trends and technologies, and to make recommendations to Congress on policies and initiatives that will help achieve energy independence. The task force will also be required to submit annual reports to Congress on its progress and findings. Overall, the Energy Independence Task Force Act aims to address the pressing issue of energy security and reduce the United States' dependence on foreign sources of energy. By bringing together experts and stakeholders to develop a comprehensive strategy, the bill seeks to promote sustainable energy practices and ensure a reliable and secure energy future for the country.

Congressional Summary of HR 8002

Energy Independence Task Force Act

This bill establishes the Task Force on Energy Independence in the executive branch. The task force shall examine whether Russia or its agents funded any activities by nongovernmental organizations which limited the ability of Western countries to achieve energy independence and made such countries more reliant on Russian energy exports.

Current Status of Bill HR 8002

Bill HR 8002 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 9, 2022. Bill HR 8002 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 9, 2022.  Bill HR 8002's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Energy, the Environment and Cyber. as of June 9, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8002

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
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 8002

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Advisory bodies
- Congressional oversight
- Electric power generation and transmission
- Energy storage, supplies, demand
- Europe
- Executive agency funding and structure
- Foreign and international corporations
- Government studies and investigations
- Oil and gas
- Pipelines
- Russia

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8002

Energy Independence Task Force Act
Energy Independence Task Force Act
To establish the Inter-Agency Task Force on Energy Independence to examine whether the Russian Federation funded activities of nongovernmental organizations in Western countries which limited the ability of those countries to achieve energy independence and made them more reliant on energy exported from Russia, and for other purposes.

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