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This bill requires the Secretary of Energy to conduct a comprehensive study within 180 days to evaluate the potential establishment of a national strategic propane reserve, separate from the existing Strategic Petroleum Reserve. The study must examine multiple aspects of propane supply and infrastructure, including assessing current supply chain capabilities, analyzing past and potential future supply disruptions, identifying optimal storage locations, evaluating infrastructure needs, determining appropriate triggers for releasing propane from the reserve, and considering market implications. The Secretary must develop recommendations about whether such a reserve should be created and, if so, the most practical method of establishment. After completing the study, the Secretary must develop an implementation plan within another 180 days and submit both the study and plan to the Senate and House energy committees. The bill encourages coordination with propane industry representatives throughout the process and requires the Secretary to protect any sensitive national security information through appropriate confidentiality procedures. The overall goal is to improve the resilience and reliability of propane supply in the United States by thoroughly investigating the potential benefits and challenges of creating a strategic propane reserve.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/2181/all-info