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HOUSE 7073118th CongressReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act

Last Action
9/25/2024

Actions

  • 2024-09-25Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
  • 2024-09-24Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
  • 2024-09-24On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 373 - 41 (Roll no. 447). (text: 9/23/2024 CR H5631-5633)
  • 2024-09-24Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 373 - 41 (Roll no. 447). (text: 9/23/2024 CR H5631-5633)
  • 2024-09-24Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5572-5673)
  • 2024-09-23At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
  • 2024-09-23DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 7073.
  • 2024-09-23Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5631-5635)
  • 2024-09-23Mr. Lucas moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
  • 2024-09-20Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 593.
  • 2024-09-20Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. H. Rept. 118-699.
  • 2024-09-20Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. H. Rept. 118-699.
  • 2024-03-20Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 36 - 0.
  • 2024-03-20Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • 2024-01-22Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

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CRS Summary

As of 2024-09-20 (07)

Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act

This bill establishes programs for researching, developing, and demonstrating advanced materials and technologies applicable to pipelines and associated infrastructure, such as liquefied natural gas facilities and liquid fuel storage facilities.

The Department of Energy (DOE) must establish a five-year initiative under which DOE awards financial assistance for carrying out demonstration projects—on low- to mid-technology readiness level subjects—to achieve deployment of technologies that (1) are applicable to pipelines and associated infrastructure; and (2) involve the development of next generation pipeline systems, components, and related technologies. DOE must select projects that (1) best advance research undertaken by DOE and the Department of Transportation (DOT), and (2) incorporate a range of technology focus areas.

In consultation with DOT and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), DOE must establish a joint research and development program concerning advanced and innovative materials and technologies for pipeline transportation systems. DOE must enter into or update an existing memorandum of understanding with DOT and NIST to administer the joint program.

DOE must also establish a National Pipeline Modernization Center, which must focus on collaborating with industry and stakeholders to coordinate and carry out research, development, and demonstration projects related to commercializing cost-effective products and procedures aligned with the goals and priorities set forth by DOE. 

Additionally, NIST must carry out a program of measurement research, development, demonstration, and standardization to (1) ensure the integrity of pipeline facilities; and (2) support pipeline safety, security, efficiency, sustainability, and resilience.

Cosponsors (4)

  • Yadira Caraveo (D-CO)
  • FRANK LUCAS (R-OK)
  • Jay Obernolte (R-CA)
  • Brandon Williams (R-NY)

Subjects

  • Energy research
  • Industrial facilities
  • Intergovernmental relations
  • Oil and gas
  • Pipelines
  • Public-private cooperation
  • Research administration and funding
  • Research and development
  • Technology assessment
  • Technology transfer and commercialization
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