Recent Federal Bills

Below are summaries of Bills Introduced, Committee Reports, Chamber Actions, and Public Laws reported in the most recent issue of ELR's Weekly Update.

would amend FLPMA to authorize DOI to enter into cooperative agreements to provide for state management of grazing permits and leases.

would repeal the funding limitation of the Ohio and Erie Canal National Heritage Canalway Act.

would amend the renewable fuel program under the CAA to require the cellulosic biofuel requirement to be based on actual production.

would direct DOI to establish a nonregulatory program to build on and help coordinate funding for restoration and protection efforts of the Delaware River Basin.

would exclude certain clean coal power grants to non-corporate taxpayers from gross income. 

would equalize the excise tax on liquefied petroleum gas and liquefied natural gas.

would provide an investment tax credit for technology that converts waste heat to energy.

would amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to enhance existing programs providing mitigation assistance by encouraging states to adopt and actively enforce building codes.

would amend the CAA with respect to the ethanol waiver for the Reid vapor pressure limitations.

would support the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week.