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H.R. 3355 (99th)

Methanol Energy Policy Act of 1986

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Introduced

18 September 1985

Last action

18 October 1986 · Introduced

Status

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Governmental Affairs.

Sponsors

Rep. Sharp, Philip R. [D-IN-2], Rep. Broyhill, James T. [R-NC-10], Rep. Dannemeyer, William E. [R-CA-39], Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA], Rep. Madigan, Edward R. [R-IL-15], Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR], Rep. Moorhead, Carlos J. [R-CA-22], Rep. Wise, Robert E., Jr. [D-WV-2], Rep. Hamilton, Lee H. [D-IN-9], Rep. Bryant, John W. [D-TX-5], Rep. Gejdenson, Sam [D-CT-2], Rep. Hughes, William J. [D-NJ-2], Rep. Kolter, Joseph P. [D-PA-4], Rep. Oxley, Michael G. [R-OH-4], Rep. Rahall, Nick J., II [D-WV-3], Rep. Bevill, Tom [D-AL-4], Rep. Rangel, Charles B. [D-NY-15], Rep. Sikorski, Gerry E. [D-MN-6], Rep. Collins, Cardiss [D-IL-7], Rep. Evans, Lane [D-IL-17], Rep. Daub, Hal [R-NE-2], Rep. Bedell, Berkley W. [D-IA-6], Rep. Morrison, Bruce A. [D-CT-3], Rep. Eckart, Dennis E. [D-OH-11], Rep. Swift, Al [D-WA-2], Rep. Weiss, Ted [D-NY-17], Rep. Wolpe, Howard E. [D-MI-3], Sen. Jeffords, James M. [I-VT], Rep. Glickman, Dan [D-KS-4], Rep. Fazio, Vic [D-CA-3], Sen. Coats, Daniel [R-IN], Rep. Lagomarsino, Robert J. [R-CA-19], Rep. Levine, Mel [D-CA-27], Sen. Boxer, Barbara [D-CA], Rep. Berman, Howard L. [D-CA-28], Rep. Zschau, Edwin V. W. [R-CA-12], Rep. Matsui, Robert T. [D-CA-5], Rep. Bates, Jim [D-CA-44], Rep. Packard, Ron [R-CA-48], Rep. Badham, Robert E. [R-CA-40], Rep. Spratt, John M., Jr. [D-SC-5], Rep. Scheuer, James H. [D-NY-8]

Subjects

Energy

Source updated

15 January 2025

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Summary

Methanol Energy Policy Act of 1985 - Amends the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to direct the Secretary of Energy (the Secretary) to: (1) ensure that of the total number of passenger automobiles and light duty trucks acquired for Federal use during FY 1987 through 1990, at least 5,000 shall be methanol-powered vehicles; and (2) conduct studies related to methanol-powered vehicles in cooperation with the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (the Administrator). Sets guidelines for such studies. Requires that methanol be offered for sale to the public at locations where Federal vehicles are supplied with methanol. Terminates such requirement as of September 30, 1990. Requires the Secretary to provide methanol-powered vehicles to any requesting Federal agency. Requires such agencies to cooperate with the Secretary in studies about such vehicles. Requires the Secretary to report to the Congress regarding the Federal use of methanol-powered vehicles. Exempts such vehicles from: (1) inclusion in any Fleet Average Fuel Economy calculation under specified law; and (2) any limitation on the maximum cost of individual vehicles obtained by the United States. Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 through FY 1990. Directs the Secretary to: (1) establish a demonstration program for the operation of methanol-fueled diesel trucks on a long-haul, high density interstate truck route; and (2) report to the Congress regarding such program. Authorizes appropriations for such program for FY 1987 through FY 1990. Requires the Administrator to: (1) purchase a minimum of five methanol-powered buses during FY 1987 for use in urban settings to determine emissions and fuel economy tests; and (2) report to the Congress regarding such tests. Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 through FY 1990. Requires any State which receives Federal mass transportation assistance after January 1, 1991, for the acquisition of motor vehicles transporting 30 or more persons in a nonattainment area to acquire methanol-powered buses with such assistance. Directs the Secretary to provide such States with supplemental grants to cover the amount by which methanol-powered buses exceed the costs of comparable diesel-powered buses. Authorizes appropriations for FY 1991 through FY 1993. Establishes the Interagency Commission on Methanol to develop and coordinate implementation of a national methanol energy policy. Requires the Commission to: (1) perform various studies with respect to the production, use, and promotion of methanol as a fuel; (2) develop a plan for the commercialization of methanol; (3) develop a public-awareness program on methanol as a transportation fuel; (4) coordinate Federal efforts with respect to methanol research and commercialization; and (5) ensure communication between Federal agencies involved in methanol demonstration projects and establish an information clearinghouse for parties working with or interested in methanol and related projects. Requires the Chairman of the Commission to establish a private sector advisory panel to inform the Commission about methanol-related matters. Sets forth reporting requirements which apply to the Commission. Terminates the Commission upon the submission of its last report. Directs the Secretary to report to the Congress regarding a study of the comparative costs of methanol based on natural gas, coal, and other resources. Sets guidelines for such study. Directs the Administrator to prepare a comprehensive air quality and health study regarding specified aspects of methanol as a transportation fuel compared to existing gasoline and diesel fuels. Authorizes appropriations for both studies. Amends the Motor Vehicle Information and Cost Savings Act to set fuel economy determinations for methanol-powered automobiles. Requires all passenger automobiles and light-duty trucks acquired by the United States after October 1, 1986, to be suitable for operation on all fuels for which Environmental Protection Agency waivers are in effect.

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Timeline

  1. 18 September 1985

    Introduced

    Referred to House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 18 September 1985

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 18 September 1985

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 24 September 1985

    Referred

    Referred to Subcommittee on Energy Conservation and Power.

    Source: Committee

  5. 20 November 1985

    Committee

    Subcommittee Hearings Held.

    Source: Committee

  6. 23 September 1986

    Reported

    Ordered to be Reported (Amended).

    Source: Committee

  7. 23 September 1986

    Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Source: Committee

  8. 23 September 1986

    Committee

    Subcommittee on Energy Conservation and Power Discharged.

    Source: Committee

  9. 7 October 1986

    Introduced

    Received in the Senate.

    Source: IntroReferral

  10. 7 October 1986

    Passed

    Passed House (Amended) by Voice Vote.

    Source: Floor

  11. 7 October 1986

    Passed

    Passed/agreed to in House: Passed House (Amended) by Voice Vote.

    Source: Floor

  12. 7 October 1986

    Floor

    Called up by House Under Suspension of Rules.

    Source: Floor

  13. 18 October 1986

    Introduced

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Governmental Affairs.

    Source: IntroReferral

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  • Passed House amended

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  • Introduced in House

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