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Introduced
02/25/2021
02/25/2021
In Committee
02/26/2021
02/26/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend the Department of Energy Organization Act to establish an Office of Energy Equity, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the Energy Equity Act of 2021, aims to establish an Office of Energy Equity within the Department of Energy. The Office will be tasked with promoting environmental justice, reducing energy costs in underserved or disadvantaged communities, and increasing the availability of energy conservation measures in those communities. The bill defines "underserved or disadvantaged communities" as low-income communities, communities of color, or other communities disproportionately affected by economic, social, and environmental stressors. The bill authorizes $20 million in funding for the Office annually from 2021 to 2025.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy. (on 02/26/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/1375/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr1375/BILLS-117hr1375ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr1375/BILLS-117hr1375ih.pdf.pdf |
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