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Introduced
04/10/2019
04/10/2019
In Committee
07/17/2019
07/17/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To direct the Secretary of Energy to establish a smart energy and water efficiency program, and for other purposes. This bill requires the Department of Energy (DOE) to establish and carry out a smart energy and water efficiency program. Under the program, DOE must award grants to water authorities (i.e., authorities that provide water, wastewater, or water reuse services) for implementing advanced and innovative technology-based solutions that will improve the energy or efficiency of water, wastewater, and water reuse systems.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Energy (DOE) to establish and carry out a smart energy and water efficiency program. Under the program, DOE must award grants to water authorities (i.e., authorities that provide water, wastewater, or water reuse services) for implementing advanced and innovative technology-based solutions that will improve the energy or efficiency of water, wastewater, and water reuse systems. The bill outlines the eligible entities, selection criteria, and administration of the program, including provisions for technical assistance, evaluations, and reporting to Congress. The Secretary of Energy is required to use at least $15 million in funding to carry out this program, with prioritization given to unobligated amounts from the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Office.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business and Industry
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. (on 07/17/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/2665/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr2665/BILLS-116hr2665ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr2665/BILLS-116hr2665ih.pdf.pdf |
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