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 the National Energy Conservation Policy Act to encourage the increased use of performance contracting in federal facilities.

would amend the CWA to increase the length of time for a certain permit.

would authorize the approval of natural gas pipelines, and establish deadlines and expedite permits for certain natural gas gathering lines on federal and Indian land.

would amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act with respect to food produced from, containing, or consisting of a bioengineered organism, and the labeling of natural foods.

would reauthorize and improve the Appalachian regional development program.

would increase the safety of crude oil transportation by railroad.

would amend the National Energy Conservation Policy Act to encourage the increased use of performance contracting in federal facilities.

would prohibit DOI from using funds to make a final determination on the listing of the northern long-eared bat under the ESA.

would amend the Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act to authorize states to allow certain entities to acquire, hold, and manage conservation easements under the act's Forest Legacy Program.

would authorize a comprehensive, strategic approach for foreign assistance to developing countries in order to reduce global poverty and hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, promote sustainable agricultural-led economic growth, and build resilience among vulnerable populations.