A bill to provide for the modernization of the energy and natural resources policies of the United States, and for other purposes.
USA115th CongressS-1460| Senate
| Updated: 9/19/2017
Lisa Murkowski
Republican Senator
Alaska
Cosponsors (1)
Energy and Natural Resources Committee
- Introduced
- In Committee
- On Floor
- Passed Chamber
- Enacted
Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017 This bill amends the Energy Conservation and Production Act, the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, and the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 with respect to energy efficiency for sectors such as buildings, transportation, schools, and manufacturing. Energy infrastructure concerns are addressed, including cybersecurity threats, pipeline permitting, and requirements for enhanced electric grid storage and security as well as bulk-power system reliability. The bill amends the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and specified other Acts regarding: (1) hydroelectric power, (2) geothermal energy, (3) marine hydrokinetic renewable energy, (4) thermal energy, (5) oil and gas, (6) helium, (7) specified critical minerals, (8) fossil energy, (9) nuclear energy, (10) 21st century energy workforce development, and (11) recycled carbon fiber and non-recycled mixed plastics. The bill revises the Department of Energy's loan program for innovative technologies. Additionally, the bill addresses energy and water sustainability; energy innovation, management, markets, and affordability; and repeals the mandates for various specified studies, reports, plans, and programs. The bill establishes and revises requirements for specified conservation programs and sets forth polices regarding land conveyances, national park system management, and hunting, fishing, and recreational shooting on federal land. The bill also addresses matters regarding water infrastructure projects, natural hazards systems and programs, and Indian tribal energy development.
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Introduced in Senate
Introduced in the Senate. Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time.
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 162.
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 115-485.
Energy
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresAdvanced technology and technological innovationsAdvisory bodiesAir qualityAlaskaAlaska Natives and HawaiiansAlternative and renewable resourcesArchaeology and anthropologyAtmospheric science and weatherBiological and life sciencesCaliforniaChemistryClimate change and greenhouse gasesColoradoCommemorative events and holidaysCompetitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficitsComputers and information technologyComputer security and identity theftCongressional oversightConnecticutDams and canalsDepartment of EnergyDepartment of the InteriorDisaster relief and insuranceDistrict of ColumbiaEarth sciencesEconomic developmentElectric power generation and transmissionEmergency medical services and trauma careEmergency planning and evacuationEmployment and training programsEnergy assistance for the poor and agedEnergy efficiency and conservationEnergy pricesEnergy researchEnergy storage, supplies, demandEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchEnvironmental technologyExecutive agency funding and structureFederal-Indian relationsFirearms and explosivesFiresFirst responders and emergency personnelFishesFloods and storm protectionForests, forestry, treesFreedom of informationGamblingGeneral energy mattersGeneticsGeography and mappingGeorgiaGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyGovernment information and archivesGovernment lending and loan guaranteesGovernment liabilityGovernment studies and investigationsGulf of MexicoHigher educationHistorical and cultural resourcesHistoric sites and heritage areasHousing finance and home ownershipHunting and fishingHybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehiclesIllinoisIndian lands and resources rightsIndian social and development programsIndustrial facilitiesInfrastructure developmentIntelligence activities, surveillance, classified informationKansasLakes and riversLand transfersLand use and conservationLicensing and registrationsLife, casualty, property insuranceLighting and heatingLighting, heating, coolingMammalsManufacturingMarine and coastal resources, fisheriesMarine and inland water transportationMarylandMaterialsMedical researchMetalsMilitary historyMiningMinnesotaMinority educationMississippiMissouriMontanaMonuments and memorialsMotor carriersMotor fuelsMotor vehiclesNatural disastersNew JerseyNew MexicoNew York StateNorth CarolinaNuclear powerNuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)Oil and gasOregonOutdoor recreationParks, recreation areas, trailsPennsylvaniaPerformance measurementPhotography and imagingPipelinesPresidents and presidential powers, Vice PresidentsProtest and dissentPublic contracts and procurementPublic-private cooperationPublic utilities and utility ratesRacial and ethnic relationsRadiationRegional and metropolitan planningResearch administration and fundingResearch and developmentResidential rehabilitation and home repairRoads and highwaysRural conditions and developmentSeashores and lakeshoresSmall townsSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizationsSolid waste and recyclingState and local government operationsStrategic materials and reservesTeaching, teachers, curriculaTechnology transfer and commercializationTelephone and wireless communicationTelevision and filmTennesseeTransportation costsUser charges and feesU.S. historyVermontVirginiaWashington StateWater resources fundingWatershedsWater storageWater use and supplyWest VirginiaWilderness and natural areas, wildlife refuges, wild rivers, habitatsWildlife conservation and habitat protectionWyoming
A bill to provide for the modernization of the energy and natural resources policies of the United States, and for other purposes.
USA115th CongressS-1460| Senate
| Updated: 9/19/2017
Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017 This bill amends the Energy Conservation and Production Act, the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, and the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 with respect to energy efficiency for sectors such as buildings, transportation, schools, and manufacturing. Energy infrastructure concerns are addressed, including cybersecurity threats, pipeline permitting, and requirements for enhanced electric grid storage and security as well as bulk-power system reliability. The bill amends the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and specified other Acts regarding: (1) hydroelectric power, (2) geothermal energy, (3) marine hydrokinetic renewable energy, (4) thermal energy, (5) oil and gas, (6) helium, (7) specified critical minerals, (8) fossil energy, (9) nuclear energy, (10) 21st century energy workforce development, and (11) recycled carbon fiber and non-recycled mixed plastics. The bill revises the Department of Energy's loan program for innovative technologies. Additionally, the bill addresses energy and water sustainability; energy innovation, management, markets, and affordability; and repeals the mandates for various specified studies, reports, plans, and programs. The bill establishes and revises requirements for specified conservation programs and sets forth polices regarding land conveyances, national park system management, and hunting, fishing, and recreational shooting on federal land. The bill also addresses matters regarding water infrastructure projects, natural hazards systems and programs, and Indian tribal energy development.
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Introduced in Senate
Introduced in the Senate. Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time.
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 162.
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 115-485.
Lisa Murkowski
Republican Senator
Alaska
Cosponsors (1)
Energy and Natural Resources Committee
Energy
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- Introduced
- In Committee
- On Floor
- Passed Chamber
- Enacted
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresAdvanced technology and technological innovationsAdvisory bodiesAir qualityAlaskaAlaska Natives and HawaiiansAlternative and renewable resourcesArchaeology and anthropologyAtmospheric science and weatherBiological and life sciencesCaliforniaChemistryClimate change and greenhouse gasesColoradoCommemorative events and holidaysCompetitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficitsComputers and information technologyComputer security and identity theftCongressional oversightConnecticutDams and canalsDepartment of EnergyDepartment of the InteriorDisaster relief and insuranceDistrict of ColumbiaEarth sciencesEconomic developmentElectric power generation and transmissionEmergency medical services and trauma careEmergency planning and evacuationEmployment and training programsEnergy assistance for the poor and agedEnergy efficiency and conservationEnergy pricesEnergy researchEnergy storage, supplies, demandEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchEnvironmental technologyExecutive agency funding and structureFederal-Indian relationsFirearms and explosivesFiresFirst responders and emergency personnelFishesFloods and storm protectionForests, forestry, treesFreedom of informationGamblingGeneral energy mattersGeneticsGeography and mappingGeorgiaGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyGovernment information and archivesGovernment lending and loan guaranteesGovernment liabilityGovernment studies and investigationsGulf of MexicoHigher educationHistorical and cultural resourcesHistoric sites and heritage areasHousing finance and home ownershipHunting and fishingHybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehiclesIllinoisIndian lands and resources rightsIndian social and development programsIndustrial facilitiesInfrastructure developmentIntelligence activities, surveillance, classified informationKansasLakes and riversLand transfersLand use and conservationLicensing and registrationsLife, casualty, property insuranceLighting and heatingLighting, heating, coolingMammalsManufacturingMarine and coastal resources, fisheriesMarine and inland water transportationMarylandMaterialsMedical researchMetalsMilitary historyMiningMinnesotaMinority educationMississippiMissouriMontanaMonuments and memorialsMotor carriersMotor fuelsMotor vehiclesNatural disastersNew JerseyNew MexicoNew York StateNorth CarolinaNuclear powerNuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)Oil and gasOregonOutdoor recreationParks, recreation areas, trailsPennsylvaniaPerformance measurementPhotography and imagingPipelinesPresidents and presidential powers, Vice PresidentsProtest and dissentPublic contracts and procurementPublic-private cooperationPublic utilities and utility ratesRacial and ethnic relationsRadiationRegional and metropolitan planningResearch administration and fundingResearch and developmentResidential rehabilitation and home repairRoads and highwaysRural conditions and developmentSeashores and lakeshoresSmall townsSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizationsSolid waste and recyclingState and local government operationsStrategic materials and reservesTeaching, teachers, curriculaTechnology transfer and commercializationTelephone and wireless communicationTelevision and filmTennesseeTransportation costsUser charges and feesU.S. historyVermontVirginiaWashington StateWater resources fundingWatershedsWater storageWater use and supplyWest VirginiaWilderness and natural areas, wildlife refuges, wild rivers, habitatsWildlife conservation and habitat protectionWyoming