Solar Power Satellite Research, Development, and Evaluation Program Act of 1981

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Solar Power Satellite Research, Development and Evaluation Program Act of 1981 - Establishes a Solar Power Satellite Research, Development and Evaluation Program to determine the feasibility of a satellite-based solar energy system. Establishes an office within the Department of Energy to manage such program. Directs the Secretary of Energy and the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to initiate such program by carrying out research designed to resolve technical, environmental, and socioeconomic issues regarding the viability of the solar power satellite concept. Sets forth the duties of the Secretary and the Administrator in conducting such program. Requires the Secretary to submit to Congress a comprehensive plan for such program and for continuing research and development on a solar power satellite. Authorizes appropriations.

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• Introduced in House

  summary · EN · 5 January 1981

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