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 promote geothermal energy.

would require the General Services Administartion and DOE to set goals for deep energy retrofits in federal buildings.

would improve the productivity and energy efficiency of the manufacturing sector by directing DOE, in coordination with the National Academies and other appropriate federal agencies, to develop a smart manufacturing plan and to provide assistance to small and medium-sized manufacturers in implementing smart manufacturing programs.

would amend the National Energy Conservation Policy Act to promote alternative fueled vehicle fleets and infrastructure.

would remove the authority DOE to amend or issue new energy efficiency standards for ceiling fans.

would require DOE to review rulemaking proceedings of other federal agencies for the potential to cause an adverse effect on the cost, time, or compliance with energy efficiency regulations, guidelines, or standards.

would accelerate the adoption of smart building technologies in the private sector and key federal agencies.

would enhance consumer access to electricity information and allow for the adoption of innovative products and services to help consumers manage their energy usage.

would amend the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to permanently prohibit offshore drilling on the outer continental shelf in the Mid-Atlantic, South Atlantic, and North Atlantic planning areas.

would eliminate certain subsidies for fossil fuel production.