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H.R. 5486 (96th)

National Energy Development Bank Act

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Introduced

28 September 1979

Last action

28 September 1979 · Introduced

Status

Referred to House Committee on Science and Technology.

Sponsors

Rep. Guarini, Frank J. [D-NJ-14], Rep. Mitchell, Parren J. [D-MD-7], Rep. Patten, Edward J. [D-NJ-15], RICHARD NOLAN

Subjects

Energy

Source updated

2 September 2025

Energy

Summary

National Energy Development Bank Act - Establishes the National Energy Development Bank designed to aid in the financing of projects to produce or develop energy sources other than oil or natural gas. Authorizes such Bank to make long-term, low-interest loans for: (1) activities designed to provide energy from cogeneration or to produce geothermal power, solar energy, wind energy, synthetic fuel, or other alternative energy sources; (2) energy conservation activities; and (3) research and development related to (1) and (2) above. Establishes eligibility requirements for such loans. Authorizes such Bank to guarantee loans made by financial institutions for such activities to eligible borrowers. Sets forth requirements concerning the board of directors, officers and employees, powers and restrictions, audits and accounts, and other matters relating to the administration of the Bank. Amends the Government Corporation Control Act to include such Bank as a wholly owned government corporation. Exempts such Bank from any Federal, State, or local taxation.

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Timeline

  1. 28 September 1979

    Introduced

    Referred to House Committee on Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 28 September 1979

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 28 September 1979

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

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