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Bill· SS. 3899 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 1 October 1976
Energy Development Impact Assistance Act - Establishes a comprehensive energy development impact assistance program in the Department of Commerce. Directs the Secretary of Commerce to provide emergency financial and technical assistance to States, localities, and Indian tribes adversely impacted by energy development activities initiated within five years preceding the enactment of this Act. Establishes a continuing program of energy development impact assistance in accordance with growth management plans. Authorizes Federal grants to assist States and Indian tribes in the preparation of growth managements of up to 90 percent of the total cost to a maximum of $500,000 for each designated impact region. Directs the Secretary to establish a formula upon which the amount of loans and guarantees under this Act shall be determined. Establishes procedures for issuance of planning grants and financial and technical assistance to assist in mitigating adverse impacts from growth caused by energy development activities. Establishes guidelines for growth management plans to be developed by utilization of such resources. Authorizes Federal assistance to minimize adverse impacts from non-Federal energy resources where mining and reclamation standards are at least as stringent as those applicable to energy resources on Federal lands. Authorizes State Governors and chairmen of Indian tribes to determine allotments of financial assistance among local units. Authorizes use of impact assistance for public facilities and public services for areas expected to experience population growth as a result of energy development activities. Authorizes additional Federal grants to finance 50 percent of the cost of public facilities and services which significantly contribute to national energy conservation goals. Requires that utilization of impact assistance under this Act be consistent with approved growth management plans. Stipulates the terms and conditions of loans and loan guarantees authorized by this Act. Stipulates that revenues received by States under the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920 shall be deducted from allotments received for the provision of public facilities and services under this Act. Creates an Energy Development Impact Assistance Fund in the Treasury to act as a revolving fund for the purposes of this Act. Authorizes the appropriation of $500,000,000 to the fund, to remain available until September 30, 1989. Authorizes the appropriation of $25,000,000 annually for fiscal years 1977 and 1978 for emergency impact assistance as authorized by this Act. Grants the consent of Congress for interstate agreements for the purpose of developing coordinated policies to further the purposes of this Act. Authorizes financial assistance to States for intrastate planning activities. Authorizes assistance for maintaining interstate entities to further the purposes of this Act for a period not to exceed one year.
Bill· SS. 3888 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 1 October 1976
Petroleum Decontrol and Deconcentration Act - Title I: Industry Competition - Prohibits, five years after the date of enactment of this Act, petroleum producers from controlling any interest in petroleum refining, transportation, or marketing assets. Prohibits the acquisition of additional substantial refining, marketing, or transportation assets by substantial petroleum producers after January 1, 1977. Authorizes the Federal Trade Commission to exempt corporations formed or reorganized as a result of compliance with this Act from provisions of the antitrust laws with respect to interlocking directorates for a period not to exceed one year. Requires producers subject to the provisions of this Act to submit plans to the Commission for the divestiture of prohibited assets within 18 months after the enactment of this Act. Imposes civil penalties of up to $100,000 for an individual and up to $1,000,000 for a corporation for violations of the provisions of this Act. Imposes a civil penalty of up to $100,000 for violations of lawful orders issued by the Commission pursuant to this Act. Stipulates that each day of a continuing violation shall be deemed a separate offense. Title II: Temporary Petroleum Industry Divestiture Court - Creates a Temporary Petroleum Industry Divestiture Court composed of Federal judges appointed by the Chief Justice of the United States. Stipulates that such court shall have exclusive jurisdiction over all cases relating to the provisions of this Act. Stipulates that review of the decisions of the court may be obtained only by petition to the Supreme Court of the United States. Title III: Oil Price Regulation - Amends the Emergency Petroleum Allocation Act of 1973 to direct the President to amend petroleum price control regulations to reflect monthly adjustments in ceiling prices of domestically-produced crude oil which are equivalent to prices for crude oil produced outside the United States. Authorizes Congressional review of Presidential actions taken pursuant to this title.
Bill· HRH.R. 15805 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 30 September 1976
National Nuclear Commission Act - Directs the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to suspend the issuance of licenses for the construction of nuclear fission powerplants pending the outcome of a special Congressional study. Creates a Special Selection and Review Committee of the Congress to investigate problems associated with nuclear powerplant contruction. Creates a National Nuclear Review Commission to study the nuclear fuel cycle and associated problems. Directs the Commission to issue a report to the Congress within two years. Directs the special Committee of the Congress to review such report and make recommendations for resumption of licensing within six months of issuance of the report.
Bill· HRH.R. 15793 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 30 September 1976
Solar Energy for Homes Act - Authorizes the administrators of Federal housing programs, established under title II or III of the National Housing Act or (of) title V of the Housing Act of 1949, to increase the amount of loans made on single- or multi-family dwelling units by up to 20 percent where such increase reflects the cost of solar energy equipment. Amends the National Housing Act to authorize home improvement loans for the cost of acquisition and installation of solar energy systems. Amends the Housing and Community Development Act to authorize the use of community development block grants for payments to assist in the acquisition and installation of solar energy equipment.
Bill· HRH.R. 15789 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 30 September 1976
Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to stipulate that licenses for construction or modification of nuclear materials production or utilization facilities shall be subject to State disapproval for a 90-day period following notification of the affected State.
Bill· HRH.R. 15785 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 30 September 1976
Directs the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to reimburse electric utility rate payers on a pro-rata basis for costs associated with design changes and downtime with respect to nuclear powerplants as determined by a General Accounting Office report. Requires the General Accounting Office to report to Congress and the Commission with respect to such costs.
Bill· HRH.R. 15794 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 30 September 1976
Authorizes the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs to make loans and loan guarantees to veterans for the purchase of solar heating and cooling systems to be used in any dwelling or farm residence to be owned and occupied by the veteran as his home.
Bill· HRH.R. 15790 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 30 September 1976
Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to stipulate that licenses for construction or modification of nuclear materials production or utilization facilities shall be subject to State disapproval for a 90-day period following notification of the affected State.
Bill· HRH.R. 15792 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 30 September 1976
Amends the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to make and insure loans under such Act for the solar heating or cooling of residential structures on family farms.
Bill· HRH.R. 15791 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 30 September 1976
Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to stipulate that licenses for construction or modification of nuclear materials production or utilization facilities must be approved by affected States prior to application for Federal Power Commission approval. Authorizes States to adopt safety standards which are more stringent than Federal requirements.
Bill· HRH.R. 15788 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 30 September 1976
Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to stipulate that licenses for construction or modification of nuclear materials production or utilization facilities must be approved by affected States prior to application for Federal Power Commission approval. Authorizes States to adopt safety standards which are more stringent than Federal requirements.
Bill· HRH.R. 15783 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 30 September 1976
Solid Waste Energy and Resource Recovery Act - Amends the Solid Waste Disposal Act to direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency: (1) to assist with research projects for the development of pilot plant facilities for the purpose of investigating new fuels, recovery methods, or technology; (2) to conduct demonstrations of new methods and technology; and (3) to test and evaluate such pilot plants and demonstration projects. Directs the Administrator to establish a program for the collection and dissemination of information to assist Federal, State, interstate, regional, and local agencies in planning and building solid waste collection, recycling and recovery facilities. Sets forth specific areas to be covered by such program. Directs the Administrator to make grants to State, interstate, municipal and intermunicipal agencies for: (1) the implementation of solid waste management plans and planning programs; (2) the development and revision of solid waste disposal plans as part of regional environmental protection systems; (3) the development of interlocal regions and establishment of regional agencies; (4) the development of proposals for various projects; and (5) the planning of programs for the removal and processing of abandoned motor vehicle hulks. Authorizes the Administrator to impose conditions consistent with the purposes of this Act upon such grants. Limits the amount of available Federal assistance to 85 percent of the total cost. Authorizes the Administrator to guarantee loans incurred by State, regional, or local government agencies to finance the construction of large-scale fuel, energy, or resource recovery facilities. Limits the total outstanding indebtedness allowed under this Act to $75,000,000. Sets forth procedures for applying for loan guarantees under this Act. Authorizes the Administrator to make grants to a State, regional authority or local government agency for the construction, operation, or maintenance of fuel, energy, and resource recovery facilities when such facilities cannot be financed by any other means. Limits the amount of each grant to 25 percent of the total cost of the project. Authorizes the appropriation of the following amounts for solid waste research and development and for grants for energy and resource recovery programs: $65,000,000 for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1977; $17,000,000 for the transitional period ending September 30, 1977; and $70,000,000 for fiscal year 1978. Authorizes the appropriation of the following sums for grants for State, interstate, and local planning: $35,000,000 for fiscal year 1977; $9,000,000 for the transitional period; and $45,000,000 for fiscal year 1978. Authorizes the appropriation of the following sums for grants for construction of facilities: $40,000,000 for fiscal year 1977; 12,000,000 for the transitional period; and $60,000,000 for fiscal year 1978.
Bill· SS. 3865 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 29 September 1976
Amends the Federal Energy Administration Act of 1974 to direct the Federal Energy Administrator to collect and review information on foreign investment in United States energy sources and supplies. Directs the Administrator to prepare an annual report to Congress identifying those foreign investors and affiliates with gross sales of over $10,000,000 involved in the United States energy sector.
Bill· SS. 3853 (94th)open
United States · United States Congress · 29 September 1976
Nuclear Explosive Proliferation Control Act - Declares it the policy of the United States to: (1) actively pursue the establishment of international nuclear proliferation controls; (2) insure that United States participation in international commerce conforms with the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons and the Weapons and the Statute of the International Atomic Energy Agency; and (3) encourage all nations to ratify the Treaty. Requires that United States policy incorporate initiatives for international nuclear cooperation and nonproliferation which include (1) a requirement that nuclear fuel service agreements conform to the nuclear material and contract restrictions of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954; (2) international negotiations to assure and safeguard the peaceful use of nuclear materials and technology; and (3) financial and technical support for the International Atomic Energy Agency. Directs the President to take the steps necessary to implement such policy. Directs the Energy Research and Development Administration, in consultation with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, to establish and operate a safeguards and physical security training program for countries acquiring nuclear materials or equipment. Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to revise procedural requirements for the approval of proposed agreements for nuclear cooperation with other nations. Requires that such agreements be submitted to the President and include prohibitions against the use of atomic material for any nuclear explosive device, and that such programs not be undertaken until certain guarantees are made relating to consultation with the United States on safeguards, control mechanisms, and assurances of peaceful use. Requires the Secretary of State to negotiate any proposed agreement for cooperation, with the assistance and concurrence of the Administrator of Energy Research and Development. Directs the Secretary and the Administrator to submit, after consultation with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, any proposed agreement to the President with the recommendations of the Secretary and the Administrator and the views and findings of the Director of the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency. Exempts agreements for cooperation made prior to the effective date of this Act from such requirements. Amends the requirements concerning Congressional approval of such agreements for cooperation to mandate referral to the House of Representatives Committee on International Relations and the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations as well as the Joint Committee on Atomic Energy, and to revise the time allotted for Congressional consideration. Requires the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, upon submission of such proposed agreement to such Committees, to furnish the Committees with its views regarding the adequacy of the safeguards contained in the agreement. Directs the Energy Research and Development Administration, prior to entering into any subsequent arrangements under such agreements for cooperation, to obtain the concurrence of the Secretary of State and to give full consideration to the recommendations of the concerned agencies in order to assure that such subsequent arrangements are consistent with the agreement for cooperation and with nonproliferation policy. Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to limit the authority of the Energy Research and Development Administration to distribute special nuclear material to not more than 500 grams per year to any recipient, except under an export license issued by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission or certain Presidential authorization and only under certain circumstances. Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to require authorization for the production of special nuclear material outside the United States by the Administrator of Energy Research and Development (rather than, as at present, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission), after consultation with the Department of State, the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Prohibits the issuance of any license by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for the export of any production or utilization facility, any source material or special nuclear material, or the granting of any exemption from any requirement for such an export license, until the Commission has furnished a copy of such application or proposed exemption to the Secretary of State, and has been notified by the Secretary that the issuance of the license or grant of the exemption will not be inimical to the common defense and security. Requires the Secretary of State, in making such judgment, to obtain the views of other concerned departments and agencies, in accordance with procedures established by the President. Stipulates that no court shall have any jurisdiction under any law to compel the performance of, or to review the adequacy of the performance of, any Nuclear Proliferation Assessment Statement required under this Act. Sets forth the nonproliferation principles by which the export of nuclear material for peaceful purposes, production or utilization facilities, or technology which could be of significance for nuclear explosive purposes shall be controlled until binding international agreements have effectuated the requirements of this Act. Prohibits the issuance of any nuclear export license by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the distribution of any source or special nuclear material by the Energy Research and Development Administration until such agencies have determined that such principles will be adhered to by the recipient country or group of nations and until the Department of State and other concerned agencies have adjudged such export to be not inimical to United States defense and security. Requires the Commission (1) to publish its decision and the reasons therefor when it does not issue a nuclear export license which the Secretary of State has found will not be inimical to United States defense and security, and (2) to submit the license application to the President. Requires that subsequent Presidential approval of such export be based upon determinations that withholding the proposed license would be seriously prejudicial to nonproliferation objectives or would jeopardize the common defense and security. Requires the President to take immediate steps to assure the consummation of binding international agreements in which all nations commit themselves to specified criteria for their international nuclear trade to assure non-proliferation of nuclear explosive devices. Requires the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Energy Research and Development Administration to apply such criteria to its approval of applications for export of nuclear materials or facilities for peaceful purposes upon the effective date of such international arrangements. Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to permit the Commission to issue licenses for domestic production, transfer, or acquisition activities related to utilization or production facilities, where such a license does not pose an unreasonable risk to common defense and security. Authorizes the Commission to determine which items are intended for use in such facilities and require a license. Prohibits export of such an item without a license for export issued by the Commission, except those exports approved by the President in accordance with this Act. Requires the Commission to publish regulations for implementation of such procedures. Prohibits the issuance of such a license if the Commission is advised by the executive branch that such export would be inimical to the common defense and security. Requires the President to publish procedures for the control by the Department of Commerce over all export items of significance for nuclear explosive purposes which are not licensed by the Commission. Directs the President: (1) to review the activities of Government departments and agencies relating to the nonproliferation of nuclear explosive devices; and (2) to make an annual report to Congress on such activities. Specifies the information to be included in such report and in the annual reports to Congress required of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Energy Research and Development Administration. Directs the Department of State, the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, and the Department of Commerce to keep the Joint Committee on Atomic Energy, the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, and the House of Representatives Committee on International Relations informed of their activities to effectuate this Act. Authorizes the appropriation of $2,000,000 for contributions to the International Atomic Energy Agency for safeguard activities. Authorizes the additional appropriation of $2,500,000 to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for fiscal year 1977 for export licensing functions.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 568 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 29 September 1976
Directs the Administrator of the Federal Energy Administration to take all necessary steps to recover windfall profits resulting from use of illegal nonproduct cost passthroughs by petroleum producers and marketers. Authorizes the Administrator to use selective price rollbacks, civil penalties, and other measures authorized by law which will most equitably redistribute such monies throughout the economic sector.
Bill· HRH.R. 15673 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 22 September 1976
Amends the Energy Reorganization Act of 1974 to require that the Energy Research and Development Administration notify the appropriate State legislature of plans for radioactive waste storage facilities. Stipulates that such facilities shall not be constructed in States where the legislature by concurrent resolution states that the proposed site shall not be used for such purpose.
Bill· HRH.R. 15674 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 22 September 1976
Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Act - Expresses the intent of Congress that the selection of a natural-gas transportation system for delivery of Alaska natural gas to other States be made through the establishment of new administrative and judicial procedures. Directs the Federal Power Commission to establish special procedures for expedited review of applications and reasonable alternatives relating to the transportation of Alaska natural gas. Directs the Commission to complete its review and transmit its findings to the President by March 1, 1977. Requires that reports from other agencies which the President shall deem appropriate be submitted by April 1, 1977. Establishes criteria for information to be considered in such reports. Directs the President to make a final decision as to proposed systems for the transportation of Alaskan natural gas not later than July 1, 1977. Establishes procedures for Congressional review of such Presidential decision. Directs the Secretary of the Interior and other appropriate Federal officials to issue all necessary action to enforce all rights-of-ways, permits, and leases related to the construction and operation of such natural gas transportation system. Requires compliance with requirements of the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920 relating to rights-of-way for pipelines through Federal lands. Exempts authorizations issued pursuant to this Act from requirements concerning: (1) compliance with National Environmental Policy Act provisions; (2) technical and financial capacity of applicants; (3) public hearings; and (4) furnishing of specified information and reports. Stipulates that an environmental impact statement on the proposed project shall be prepared at the earliest practicable time after the issuance of all necessary permits. Declares that the legal or factual sufficiency of such environmental statement shall not be subject to judicial review. Authorizes the Secretary and the Commission to develop procedural requirements of Federal law where desirable to accomplish the purposes of this Act. Declares that the actions of Federal officers and agencies under this Act shall not be subject to judicial review by the courts. Allows for claims that: (1) this Act is unconstitutional; (2) actions under this Act will deny Constitutional rights; and (3) actions taken are beyond the scope of authority conferred by this Act, provided that such claims are filed within 60 days following the date of the challenged action. Declares that exclusive jurisdiction shall be vested in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, with review of any final order limited to direct appeal to the United States Supreme Court. Declares that the district court shall not have the power to issue injunctive relief against the issuance of any certificate, except in cases where a final judgment is entered. Requires that any recommendation for the construction of such a transportation system require connection with pipeline facilities serving the State of Pennsylvania.
Bill· HRH.R. 15626 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 17 September 1976
Emergency Federal Power Act Amendments - Amends the Federal Power Act to require that the operation of proposed rate schedules become effective only upon a determination by the Federal Power Commission that such schedules are lawful. Authorizes the use of special interim proceedings whereby the Commission may order parts of proposed rate schedules into effect pending results of a final determination. Prohibits public utilities from proposing additional rate increases where such proposed increases were part of a rate schedule pending before the Commission for 18 months or less. Directs the Commission to require public utilities to report anticipated shortages of electric energy. Authorizes the Commission to order such utilities to take actions necessary to alleviate the effects of such shortages.
Bill· HRH.R. 15610 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 17 September 1976
Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to authorize the Federal Communications Commission to regulate the use of protective components in audio and visual electronic equipment which are capable of reducing interference from radio frequency energy.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 549 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 16 September 1976
Disapproves energy action numbered six, an executive branch proposal to exempt naptha jet fuel from the mandatory petroleum price regulations, transmitted to Congress on September 15, 1976.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 550 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 16 September 1976
Disapproves energy action numbered seven, an executive branch proposal to exempt naphtha jet fuel from the mandatory petroleum allocation regulations.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1545 (94th)failed
United States · United States Congress · 15 September 1976
Provides that upon the adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to move that the House resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 12112) to provide additional assistance to the Energy Research and Development Administration for the advancement of nonnuclear energy research, development, and demonstration. States that after general debate, which shall be confined to the bill and to amendments made in order by this resolution and which shall continue not to exceed four hours, one hour to be equally divided and controlled by the chairman and ranking minority member of the Committee on Science and Technology, one hour to be equally divided and controlled by the chairman and ranking minority member of the Committee on Banking, Currency and Housing, one hour to be equally divided and controlled by the chairman and ranking minority member of the Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce, and one hour to be equally divided and controlled by the chairman and ranking minority member of the Committee on Ways and Means, the bill shall be read for amendment under the five-minute rule. Makes it in order to consider in lieu of the committee amendments printed in the bill the amendment in the nature of a substitute printed on pages H9179-H9184 of the Congressional Record of August 26, 1976, by Representative Teague as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule, and all points of order against said substitue for failure to comply with the provisions of clause 7, rule XVI, are hereby waived. Makes it in order to consider the amendment recommended by the Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce now printed on pages 107 through 133 of H.R. 12112, if offered as an amendment to section 1 of said amendment in the nature of a substitute, prior to the consideration of perfecting amendments to that section notwithstanding the provisions of clause 7, rule XVI. Directs that no amendment to said amendment in the nature of a substitute or to the amendment recommended by the Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce shall be in order except germane amendments printed in the Congressional Record at least one legislative day prior to the offering thereof and pro forma amendments and no amendments to section 2 of said amendment in the nature of a substitute shall be in order except amendments offered by direction of the Committee on Ways and Means. Directs the Committee, at the conclusion of consideration of H.R. 12112 for amendment, to rise and report the bill to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted and permits any Member to demand a separate vote in the House on any amendment adopted in the Committee of the Whole to the bill or to the amendment in the nature of a substitute made in order by this resolution. Provides that the previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit with or without instructions.
Bill· HRH.R. 15544 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 13 September 1976
Emergency Federal Power Act Amendments - Amends the Federal Power Act to require that the operation of proposed rate schedules become effective only upon a determination by the Federal Power Commission that such schedules are lawful. Authorizes the use of special interim proceedings whereby the Commission may order parts of proposed rate schedules into effect pending results of a final determination. Prohibits public utilities from proposing additional rate increases where such proposed increases were part of a rate schedule pending before the Commission for 18 months or less. Directs the Commission to require public utilities to report anticipated shortages of electric energy. Authorizes the Commission to order such utilities to take actions necessary to alleviate the effects of such shortages.
Bill· HRH.R. 15513 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 10 September 1976
Solar Energy for Homes Act - Directs the Administrator of specified Federal housing programs to increase by not more than 20 percent any amount which represents a limitation on the amount of the principal obligation of a mortgage on a dwelling unit, if such increase represents the increase in the cost of the dwelling unit which may be attributed to the unit's being heated or cooled by solar energy. Amends the National Housing Act to provide for the increase in amount of home improvement loans which may be insured if the loan is used to acquire a solar energy system. Amends the Housing and Community Development Act to authorize the use of community development block grants to encourage community development activities related to the use of solar energy in residential housing.
Bill· HRH.R. 15514 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 10 September 1976
Authorizes the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs to make loans and loan guarantees to veterans for the purchase of solar heating and cooling systems to be used in any dwelling or farm residence to be owned and occupied by the veteran as his home.
Bill· HRH.R. 15512 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 10 September 1976
Amends the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to make and insure loans under such Act for the solar heating or cooling of residential structures on family farms.
Bill· HRH.R. 15419 (94th)reported
United States · United States Congress · 2 September 1976
Nuclear Explosive Proliferation Control Act - Declares it the policy of the United States to: (1) actively pursue the establishment of international nuclear proliferation controls; (2) insure that United States participation in international commerce conforms with the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons and the Statute of the International Atomic Energy Agency; and (3) encourage all nations to ratify the Treaty. Requires that United States policy incorporate initiatives for international nuclear cooperation and nonproliferation which include (1) a requirement that nuclear fuel service agreements conform to the nuclear material and contract restrictions of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954; (2) international negotiations to assure and safeguard the peaceful use of nuclear materials and technology; and (3) financial and technical support for the International Atomic Energy Agency. Directs the President to take the steps necessary to implement such policy. Directs the Energy Research and Development Administration, in consultation with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, to establish and operate a safeguards and physical security training program for countries acquiring nuclear facilities. Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to revise procedural requirements for the approval of proposed agreements for nuclear cooperation with other nations. Requires that such agreements be submitted to the President and include prohibitions against the use of atomic material for any nuclear explosive device, and that such programs not be undertaken until certain guarantees are made relating to consultation with the United States on safeguards, control mechanisms, and assurances of peaceful use. Requires the Secretary of State to negotiate any proposed agreement for cooperation, with the assistance and concurrence of the Administrator of Energy Research and Development. Directs the Secretary and the Administrator to submit, after consultation with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, any proposed agreement to the President with the recommendations of the Secretary and the Administrator and a Nuclear Proliferation Assessment Statement by the Director of the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency. Requires the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, upon submission of such proposed agreement to the Joint Committee on Atomic Energy, to furnish the Committee with its views regarding the adequacy of the safeguards contained in the agreement. Directs the Energy Research and Development Administration, prior to entering into any subsequent arrangements under such agreements for cooperation, to obtain the concurrence of the Secretary of State and to give full consideration to the recommendations of the concerned agencies in order to assure that such subsequent arrangements are consistent with the agreement for cooperation and with nonproliferation policy. Requires the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency to furnish a Nuclear Proliferation Assessment Statement to the Energy Research and Development Administration with respect to any such subsequent arrangements. Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to limit the authority of the Energy Research and Development Administration to distribute special nuclear material to not more than 500 grams per year to any recipient, except under an export license issued by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and only under certain conditions. Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to require authorization for the production of special nuclear material outside the United States by the Administrator of Energy Research and Development (rather than, as at present, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission), after consultation with the Department of State, the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Prohibits the issuance of any license by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for the export of any production or utilization facility, any source material or special nuclear material, or any component which could be of significance for nuclear explosive purposes, or the granting of any exemption from any requirement for such an export license, until the Commission has furnished a copy of such application or proposed exemption to the Secretary of State, and has been notified by the Secretary that the issuance of the license or grant of the exemption will not be inimical to the common defense and security. Requires the Secretary of State, in making such judgment, to obtain the views of other concerned departments and agencies, including a Nuclear Proliferation Assessment Statement from the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, in accordance with procedures established by the President. Stipulates that no court shall have any jurisdiction under any law to compel the performance of, or to review the adequacy of the performance of, any Nuclear Proliferation Assessment Statement required under this Act. Sets forth the nonproliferation principles by which the export of nuclear material for peaceful purposes, production or utilization facilities, or technology which could be of significance for nuclear explosive purposes shall be controlled until binding international agreements have effectuated the requirements of this Act. Prohibits the issuance of any nuclear export license by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the distribution of any source or special nuclear material by the Energy Research and Development Administration until such agencies have determined that such principles will be adhered to by the recipient country and until the Department of State and other concerned agencies have adjudged such export to be not inimical to United States defense and security. Requires that subsequent Presidential approval of such export be based upon determinations that: (1) the export is required to avoid serious adverse effect on vital United States interests; (2) the export will not assist a non-nuclear weapons state to acquire nuclear explosive capability; and (3) the recipient country has furnished assurances that it will not acquire or develop nuclear explosive devices. Requires the President to take immediate steps to assure the consummation of binding international agreements in which all other nuclear-supplier nations commit themselves to specified criteria for their international nuclear trade to assure non-proliferation of nuclear explosive devices. Requires the Commission to apply such criteria to its approval of applications for export of nuclear materials or technology for peaceful purposes upon the effective date of such international arrangements. Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to permit the Commission to issue licenses for domestic production, transfer, or acquisition activities related to utilization or production facilities, where such a license does not pose an unreasonable risk to common defense and security. Authorizes the Commission to determine which items are intended for use in such facilities and require a license. Prohibits export of such an item without a license for export issued by the Commission. Requires the Commission to publish regulations for implementation of such procedures. Prohibits the issuance of such a license if the Commission is advised by the executive branch that such export would be inimical to the common defense and security. Requires the President to publish procedures for the control by the Department of Commerce over all export items of significance for nuclear explosive purposes which are not licensed by the Commission. Prohibits issuance of a license by the Department of Commerce for export of such items if the Department is advised by the Department of State, the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, or the Energy Research and Development Administration that such export would be inimical to the common defense and security of the United States. Directs the President: (1) to review the activities of Government departments and agencies relating to the nonproliferation of nuclear explosive devices; and (2) to make an annual report to Congress on such activities. Specifies the information to be included in such report and in the annual reports to Congress required of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Energy Research and Development Administration. Directs the Department of State, the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, and the Department of Commerce to keep the Joint Committee informed of their activities to effectuate this Act. Authorizes the appropriation of $2,000,000 for contributions to the International Atomic Energy Agency for safeguard activities. Authorizes the additional appropriation of $2,500,000 to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for fiscal year 1977 for export licensing functions.
Bill· HRH.R. 15385 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 1 September 1976
Alaskan Oil Distribution, Transportation, and Export Plan Amendments - Amends the Trans- Alaska Pipeline Authorization Act and the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920 to direct the President to develop a plan for an equitable system of transportation, allocation, and distribution of Alaskan petroleum resources to all areas of the United States.
Bill· HRH.R. 15396 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 1 September 1976
Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to establish criminal penalties for offenses under such Act committed with intent to convert nuclear material or facilities.
Bill· SS. 3782 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 31 August 1976
Rural Energy Office Act - Establishes within the Department of Agriculture an Office of Rural Energy Assessment and Development whose Director shall be appointed by the Secretary of Agriculture. Makes such Office responsible for identifying, developing, and compiling data pertaining to fuel and other energy needs of persons residing in rural areas. Requires the Office to submit biennial reports to Congress containing an accounting of the findings and conclusions of the Office with respect to the following subject matters as they relate to the needs of persons in rural areas: (1) the heating and cooling of residential dwelling units; (2) transportation; (3) the production of agricultural commodities; (4) the energy needs of businesses and industries; (5) sources of electricity; (6) conservation of energy; and (7) energy research and development. Requires the Office to provide such report to specified committees of Congress and directs such committees to cooperate in publishing and making available to the public every six months a document containing the most recent information provided by the Office. Establishes a civil fine to be assessed against the Director of such Office if the Director fails to submit such reports by the dates specified in this Act. Requires specified executive departments and independent regulatory bodies to submit a copy of any proposed regulation which relates to an energy matter referred to in this Act, to the Secretary of Agriculture for such Secretary's comments and recommendations. Authorizes appropriations in such amounts as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act. Terminates the Office and provisions of this Act in five years.
Bill· HRH.R. 15359 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 31 August 1976
Supplemental Energy Planning and Policy Act - Directs the Administrator of the Energy Research and Development Administration to transmit a supplemental plan evaluating additional future energy projects not included in earlier reports. Establishes limits on projections of future United States energy use to be included in the evaluation. Lists additional impacts to be considered in evaluating alternative energy strategies. Establishes the Energy Production Planning Committee to prepare such supplemental plan. Authorizes the appropriation of such sums as may be necessary, not to exceed $2,500,000, to carry out the provisions of this Act.
Bill· HRH.R. 15347 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 31 August 1976
Rural Energy Office Act - Establishes within the Department of Agriculture an Office of Rural Energy Assessment and Development whose Director shall be appointed by the Secretary of Agriculture. Makes such Office responsible for identifying, developing, and compiling data pertaining to fuel and other energy needs of persons residing in rural areas. Requires the Office to submit biennial reports to Congress containing an accounting of the findings and conclusions of the Office with respect to the following subject matters as they relate to the needs of persons in rural areas: (1) the heating and cooling of residential dwelling units; (2) transportation; (3) the production of agricultural commodities; (4) the energy needs of businesses and industries; (5) sources of electricity; (6) conservation of energy; and (7) energy research and development. Requires the Office to provide such report to specified committees of Congress and directs such committees to cooperate in publishing and making available to the public every six months a document containing the most recent information provided by the Office. Establishes a civil fine to be assessed against the Director of such Office if the Director fails to submit such reports by the dates specified in this Act. Requires specified executive departments and independent regulatory bodies to submit a copy of any proposed regulation which relates to an energy matter referred to in this Act to the Secretary of Agriculture for such Secretary's comments and recommendations. Authorizes appropriations in such amounts as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act. Terminates the Office and provisions of this Act in five years.
Bill· HRH.R. 15304 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 26 August 1976
Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Act - Expresses the intent of Congress that the selection of a natural gas transportation system for delivery of Alaska natural gas to other States be made through new administrative and judicial procedures. Directs the Federal Power Commission to establish special procedures for expedited review of applications and reasonable alternatives relating to the transportation of Alaska natural gas. Directs the Commission to complete its review and transmit its findings to the President by March 1, 1977. Requires that reports from other agencies which the President shall deem appropriate be submitted by April 1, 1977. Establishes criteria for information to be considered in such reports. Directs the President to make a final decision as to proposed systems for the transportation of Alaskan natural gas not later than July 1, 1977. Establishes procedures for Congressional review of such Presidential decision. Directs the Secretary of the Interior and other appropriate Federal officials to issue all necessary permits and take other necessary action to enforce all rights-of-way, permits, and leases related to the construction and operation of such natural gas transportation system. Requires compliance with requirements of the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920 relating to rights-of-way for pipelines through Federal lands. Exempts authorizations issued pursuant to this Act from requirements concerning: (1) compliance with National Environmental Policy Act provisions; (2) technical and financial capacity of applicants; (3) public hearings; and (4) furnishing of specified information and reports. Stipulates that an environmental impact statement on the proposed project shall be prepared at the earliest practicable time after the issuance of all necessary permits. Declares that the legal or factual sufficiency of such environmental statement shall not be subject to judicial review. Authorizes the Secretary and the Commission to develop procedural requirements of Federal law where desirable to accomplish the purposes of this Act. Declares that the actions of Federal officers and agencies under this act shall not be subject to judicial review by the courts. Allows for claims that: (1) this Act is unconstitutional; (2) actions under this Act will deny Constitutional rights; and (3) actions taken are beyond the scope of authority conferred by this Act, provided that such claims are filed within 60 days following the date of the challenged action. Declares that exclusive jurisdiction shall be vested in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, with review of any final order limited to direct appeal to the United States Supreme Court. Declares that the district court shall not have the power to issue injunctive relief against the issuance of any certificate, except in cases where a final judgment is entered.
Bill· SS. 3770 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 25 August 1976
Nuclear Explosive Proliferation Control Act - Requires that United States national policy include initiatives for international nuclear cooperation and nonproliferation. Requires that nuclear fuel service agreements be in conformance with nuclear material and contract restrictions of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954. Specifies initiatives which shall include development of procedures for nuclear material transfer and safetuards through the International Atomic Energy Agency. Directs the Energy Research and Development Administration, in consultation with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, to establish a safeguard and physical security training program for countries acquiring nuclear facilities. Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to revise procedural requirements for the implementation of international nuclear cooperation programs. Requires (1) that agreements for such programs include prohibitions against the use of atomic material for any nuclear explosive device, and (2) that such programs not be undertaken until certain guaranties are made relating to consultation with the United States on safeguards, control mechanisms, and assurances for peaceful use. Requires the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, upon submission of such proposed agreement to the Joint Congressional Committee on Atomic Energy, to furnish the Committee with its views regarding the adequacy of the safeguards contained in such agreement. Sets forth procedures for entering into "subsequent arrangements" under such agreements for cooperation. Directs the Energy Research and Development Administration to obtain the concurrence of the Secretary of State and to give full consideration to the recommendations of other concerned agencies to assure that such "subsequent arrangements" are consistent with the agreement for cooperation and nonproliferation policy. Requires the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency to furnish a Nuclear Proliferation Assessment Statement to the Energy Research and Development Administration regarding such "subsequent arrangements. Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to limit the authority of the Energy Research and Development Administration to distribute special nuclear material to not more than 500 grams per year to any recipient, except under an export license issued by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Revises the procedures for authorization of the production of special nuclear material outside the United States. Sets forth export licensing procedures under the Atomic Energy Act of 1954. Prohibits the issuance of any license by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for the export of any production or utilization facility, any source material or special nuclear material, or any component which could be of significance for nuclear explosive purposes, or the granting of any exemption from any requirement for such an export license, until the Commission has furnished a copy of such application or proposed exemption to the Secretary of State, and has been notified by the Secretary that the issuance of the license or grant of the exemption will not be inimical to the common defense and security. Requires the Secretary of State, in making such judgment, to obtain the views of other concerned departments and agencies, including a Nuclear Proliferation Assessment Statement from the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, in accordance with procedures established by the President. Stipulates that no court shall have any jurisdiction under any law to compel the performance of, or to review the adequacy of the performance of, any Nuclear Proliferation Assessment Statement required under this Act. Directs the President (1) to review the activities of Government departments and agencies relating to the nonproliferation of nuclear explosive devices, and (2) to make an annual report to Congress on such activities. Specifies the information to be included in such report and in the annual reports to Congress by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Energy Research and Development Administration. Directs the Department of State, the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, and the Department of Commerce to keep the Joint Committee informed of their activities to effectuate this Act. Authorizes the appropriation of $2,000,000 for contributions to the International Atomic Energy Agency for safeguard activities. Authorizes the additional appropriation of $2,500,000 to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for fiscal year 1977 for export licensing functions.
Bill· HRH.R. 15273 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 25 August 1976
Nuclear Explosive Proliferation Control Act - Requires that United States national policy include initiatives for international nuclear cooperation, and nonproliferation. Requires that nuclear fuel service agreements be in conformance with nuclear material and contract restrictions of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954. Specifies initiatives which shall include development of procedures for nuclear material transfer and safeguards through the International Atomic Energy Agency. Directs the Energy Research and Development Administration, in consultation with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, to establish a safeguard and physical security training program for countries acquiring nuclear facilities. Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to revise procedural requirements for the implementation of international nuclar cooperation programs. Requires (1) that agreements for such programs include prohibitions against the use of atomic material for any explosive device, and (2) that such programs not be undertaken until certain guaranties are made relating to consultation with the United States on safeguards, control mechanisms, and assurances for peaceful use. Requires the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, upon submission of such proposed agreement to the Joint Congressional Committee on Atomic Energy to furnish the Committee with its views regarding the adequacy of the safeguards contained in such agreement. Sets forth procedures for entering into "subsequent arrangements" under such agreements for cooperation. Directs the Energy Research and Development Administration to obtain the concurrence of the Secretary of State and to give full consideration to the recommendations of other concerned agencies to assure that such "subsequent arrangements" are consistent with the agreement for cooperation and policy. Requires the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency to furnish a Nuclear Proliferation Assessment Statement to the Energy Research and Development Administration regarding such subsequent arrangements. Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to limit the authority of the Energy Research and Development Administration to distribute special nuclear material of not more than 500 grams per year to any recipient, except under an export license issued by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Revises the procedures for authorization of the production of special nuclear material outside the United States. Sets forth export licensing procedures under the Atomic Energy Act of 1954. Prohibits the issuance of any license by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for the export of any production or utilization facility, any source material or special nuclear material, or any component which could be of significance for nuclear explosive purposes, or the granting of any exemption from any requirement for such an export license, until the Commission has furnished a copy of such application or proposed exemption to the Secretary of State, and has been notified by the Secretary that the issuance of the license or grant of the exemption will not be inimical to the common defense and security. Requires the Secretary of State, in making such judgment, to obtain the views of other concerned departments and agencies, including a Nuclear Proliferation Assessment Statement from the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, in accordance with procedures established by the President. Stipulates that no court shall have any jurisdiction under any law to compel the performance of, or to review the adequacy of the performance of, any Nuclear Proliferation Assessment Statement required under this Act. Directs the President (1) to review the activities of Government departments and agencies relating to the nonproliferation of nuclear explosive devices, and (2) to make an annual report to Congress on such activities. Specifies the information to be included in such report and in the annual reports to Congress by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Energy Research and Development Administration. Directs the Department of State, the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, and the Department of Commerce to keep the Joint Committee informed of their activities to effectuate this Act. Authorizes the appropriation of $2,000,000 for contributions to the International Atomic Energy agency for safeguard activities. Authorizes the additional appropriation of $2,500,000 to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for fiscal year 1977 for export licensing functions.
Bill· HRH.R. 15274 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 25 August 1976
Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to stipulate that licenses for construction or modification of nuclear materials production or utilization facilities must be approved by affected States prior to application for Federal Power Commission approval. Authorizes States to adopt safety standards which are more stringent than Federal requirements.
Bill· HRH.R. 15275 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 25 August 1976
Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to stipulate that licenses for construction or modification of nuclear materials production or utilization facilities shall be subject to State disapproval for a 90-day period following notification of the affected State.
Bill· HJRESH.J.Res. 1062 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 25 August 1976
Directs the President to call a National Leadership Conference on Energy Policy to consider alternate policy approaches available to the United States with respect to energy. States that the Conference shall develop specific proposals to increase the supply of energy from reliable sources with minimum impact on the environment, and decrease domestic energy demand in ways not harmful to America's economic recovery. Requires the President, within 15 days after January 22, 1977, to appoint a committee which shall make all necessary arrangements and preparations for the Conference.
Bill· HRH.R. 15244 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 24 August 1976
Requires that electric power in the soutwestern power area be sold at agreed points of delivery and at uniform, nondiscriminatory rates. Stipulates that agreed points of delivery shall not be changed unilaterally by the Secretary of the Interior.
Bill· HRH.R. 15213 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 23 August 1976
Solar Energy for Homes Act - Directs the Administrator of specified Federal housing programs to increase by not more than 20 percent any amount which represents a limitation on the amount of the principal obligation of a mortgage on a dwelling unit, if such increase represents the increase in the cost of the dwelling unit which may be attributed to the unit's being heated or cooled by solar energy. Amends the National Housing Act to provide for the increase in amount of home improvement loans which may be insured if the loan is used to acquire a solar energy system. Amends the Housing and Community Development Act to authorize the use of community development block grants to encourage community development activities related to the use of solar energy in residential housing.
Bill· HRH.R. 15214 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 23 August 1976
Authorizes the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs to make loans and loan guarantees to veterans for the purchase of solar heating and cooling systems to be used in any dwelling or farm residence to be owned and occupied by the veteran as his home.
Bill· HRH.R. 15212 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 23 August 1976
Amends the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to make and insure loans under such Act for the solar heating or cooling of residential structures on family farms.
Bill· HRH.R. 15145 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 10 August 1976
Family Farm Energy Conversion Act - Directs the Administrator of the Rural Electrification Administration of the Department of Agriculture to conduct a study of anaerobic digesters. Defines "anerobic digester" as any device whose primary function is to convert animal or vegetable waste products into usable flammable gas, methane, or other gases, or fertilizers. Requires the Administrator to: (1) submit a report regarding the results of such study to the President and the Congress; (2) have printed and make available to the public a brief pamphlet describing no fewer than two models of anaerobic digesters which he considers efficient and safe for operation; (3) institute a pilot project to demonstrate the field performance of optimum anaerobic digesters in at least 100 farms throughout the United States; and (4) issue a report summarizing the results of such trials which shall be presented to the appropriate congressional committees and made available to the public. Authorizes the Administrator, if a pilot project has proved an anaerobic digester to be cost effective and safe, to make grants to farmers owning farms of 640 acres or less for the construction of such digesters. Requires the Administrator to consult with the Administrator of the Small Business Administration at least every six months to determine whether the grant program under this Act is working to the benefit of the small business community. Authorizes appropriations of $8,000,000 for fiscal year 1978 for purposes of this Act.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1468 (94th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 9 August 1976
Provides that immediately upon the adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider the conference report on the bill (H.R. 12169) to amend the Federal Energy Administration Act of 1974 to provide for authorizations of appropriations to the Federal Energy Administration, to extend the duration of authorities under such Act, and for other purposes, and all points of order against said conference report for failure to comply with the provisions of rule XXVIII, clauses 3 and 4 are hereby waived.
Bill· HRH.R. 15014 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 3 August 1976
Amends the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to make and insure loans under such Act for the solar heating or cooling of residential structures on family farms.
Bill· HRH.R. 15015 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 3 August 1976
Solar Energy for Homes Act - Authorizes the administrators of Federal housing programs, established under title II or III of the National Housing Act or (of) title V of the Housing Act of 1949, to increase the amount of loans made on single- or multi-family dwelling units by up to 20 percent where such increase reflects the cost of solar energy equipment. Amends the National Housing Act to authorize home improvement loans for the cost of acquisition and installation of solar energy systems. Amends the Housing and Community Development Act to authorize the use of community development block grants for payments to assist in the acquisition and installation of solar energy equipment.
Bill· HRH.R. 15016 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 3 August 1976
Authorizes the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs to make loans and loan guarantees to veterans for the purchase of solar heating and cooling systems to be used in any dwelling or farm residence to be owned and occupied by the veteran as his home.
Bill· SS. 3714 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 2 August 1976
Family Farm Energy Conversion Act - Directs the Administrator of the Rural Electrification Administration of the Department of Agriculture to conduct a study of anaerobic digesters. Defines "anerobic digester" as any device whose primary function is to convert animal or vegetable waste products into usuable flammable gas, methane, or other gases, or fertilizers. Requires the Administrator to: (1) submit a report regarding the results of such study to the President and the Congress; (2) have printed and make available to the public a brief pamphlet describing no fewer than two models of anaerobic digesters which he considers efficient and safe for operation; (3) institute a pilot project to demonstrate the field performance of optimum anaerobic digesters in at least 100 farms throughout the United States; and (4) issue a report summarizing the results of such trials which shall be presented to the appropriate congressional committees and made available to the public. Authorizes the Administrator, if a pilot project has proved an anaerobic digester to be cost effective and safe, to make grants to farmers owning farms of 640 acres or less for the construction of such digesters. Requires the Administrator to consult with the Administrator of the Small Business Administration at least every six months to determine whether the grant program under this Act is working to the benefit of the small business community. Authorizes appropriations in such sums as may be necessary to accomplish the purposes of this Act.
Bill· HRH.R. 14985 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 30 July 1976
Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to authorize the Federal Communications Commission to regulate the use of protective components in audio and visual electronic equipment which are capable of reducing interference from radio frequency energy. States that in order to expedite the licensing of operators of citizen's band radio transmitters the Commission may authorize any retail dealer selling such transmitters to issue, on a conditional basis, a license furnished by the Commission. Requires the Federal Communications Commission to take such steps as may be necessary to increase the channels available for use in the citizens radio service to 46 channels.
Bill· HRH.R. 14980 (94th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 30 July 1976
Petroleum Industry Competition Act - Title I: Industry Competition - Makes it unlawful, five years after enactment of this Act: (1) for any major petroleum producer to own, or control any interest in any refinery, transportation, or marketing asset; (2) for any petroleum transporter to own or control any interest in any production, refinery, or marketing asset; (3) for any major refiner or major marketer to own or control any interest in any production or transportation asset; and (4) for any person who owns any refining, production, or marketing asset to transport any energy resource in which he has any interest by means of any transportation asset in which that person has an interest. Prohibits major refiners from acquiring additional marketing assets after January 1, 1976. Authorizes the Federal Trade Commission to grant exemptions from the requirements of this Act in cases of special necessity where the retention or use of any transportation asset will not injure competition. Directs the Federal Trade Commission to require each person covered under the provisions of this Act to submit within 18 months of enactment of this Act a plan for divestment of the prohibited assets. Directs the Commission to institute suits in special courts established by this Act for failure to comply with the provisions of this Act. Imposes civil penalties of up to $100,000 for an individual and $1,000,000 for a corporation for violations of the provisions of this Act. Imposes a civil penalty of not more than $100,000 for each violation of a lawful order of the Commission. Title II: Temporary Petroleum Industry Divestiture Court - Establishes a Temporary Petroleum Industry Divestiture Court with exclusive jurisdiction over all actions and suits brought under this Act. Stipulates that such court shall consist of three or more judges to be designated by the Chief Justice of the United States, and that the court shall be dissolved by order of the Chief Justice when its purposes have been accomplished. Establishes procedures for direct appeal from the decisions of the court to the United States Supreme Court.