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Introduced
04/03/2019
04/03/2019
In Committee
05/22/2019
05/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To amend the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 regarding energy diplomacy and security within the Department of State, and for other purposes. This bill authorizes the Department of State to establish an Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources position. The bill also directs the State Department to ensure there are sufficient personnel dedicated to handling energy-related issues, such as (1) formulating policies to advance U.S. energy security interests, (2) providing analysis of the national security implications of global energy and environmental developments, and (3) coordinating energy-related activities with other federal agencies. The Coordinator for International Energy Affairs position in the State Department shall be eliminated.
AI Summary
This bill aims to enhance the State Department's focus on energy diplomacy and security. It authorizes the creation of an Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources position and requires the Department to ensure sufficient personnel are dedicated to handling energy-related issues, such as formulating policies to advance U.S. energy security interests, providing analysis on the national security implications of global energy and environmental developments, and coordinating energy-related activities with other federal agencies. The bill also eliminates the existing Coordinator for International Energy Affairs position in the State Department.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (9)
Ron Wright (R)*,
Colin Allred (D),
Vicente Gonzalez (D),
Michael McCaul (R),
Markwayne Mullin (R),
Greg Pence (R),
Abigail Spanberger (D),
Steve Watkins (R),
Joe Wilson (R),
Last Action
Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules. (on 05/22/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/2046/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr2046/BILLS-116hr2046ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr2046/BILLS-116hr2046ih.pdf.pdf |
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