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US S1478

Defense Siting Clearinghouse Improvement Act of 2017


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Introduced
06/29/2017
In Committee
06/29/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

115th Congress

Bill Summary

Defense Siting Clearinghouse Improvement Act of 2017

AI Summary

This bill, the Defense Siting Clearinghouse Improvement Act of 2017, aims to improve the Defense Siting Clearinghouse, which is an organization within the Department of Defense responsible for coordinating the review of energy projects that may have an adverse impact on military operations and readiness. The key provisions of the bill include: codifying the Clearinghouse in law, requiring the Clearinghouse to conduct preliminary reviews of energy projects, develop a comprehensive strategy for addressing military impacts of such projects, and establish procedures for the Department of Defense to respond to review requests. The bill also authorizes the Secretary of Defense to accept voluntary contributions of funds from energy project applicants to offset the cost of mitigating adverse impacts on military operations and readiness.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3860-3861) (on 06/29/2017)

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