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H.R. 7073 (118th)

Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act

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Introduced

22 January 2024

Last action

25 September 2024 · Introduced

Status

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Sponsors

Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14], Yadira Caraveo, Rep. Lucas, Frank D. [R-OK-3], Rep. Obernolte, Jay [R-CA-23], Brandon Williams

Subjects

Energy, Transport

Source updated

24 March 2026

Energy · Transport

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Summary

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.

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Timeline

  1. 22 January 2024

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 22 January 2024

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 22 January 2024

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 20 March 2024

    Vote

    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 36 - 0.

    Source: Committee

  5. 20 March 2024

    Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

    Source: Committee

  6. 20 September 2024

    Calendars

    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 593.

    Source: Calendars

  7. 20 September 2024

    Reported

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. H. Rept. 118-699.

    Source: Committee

  8. 20 September 2024

    Reported

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. H. Rept. 118-699.

    Source: Committee

  9. 23 September 2024

    Vote

    At 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.

    Source: Floor

  10. 23 September 2024

    Floor

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 7073.

    Source: Floor

  11. 23 September 2024

    Floor

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5631-5635)

    Source: Floor

  12. 23 September 2024

    Floor

    Mr. Lucas moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

    Source: Floor

  13. 24 September 2024

    Passed

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

    Source: Floor

  14. 24 September 2024

    Vote

    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)

    Source: Floor

  15. 24 September 2024

    Vote

    Passed/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)

    Source: Floor

  16. 24 September 2024

    Floor

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5572-5673)

    Source: Floor

  17. 25 September 2024

    Introduced

    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

    Source: IntroReferral

Votes

24 September 2024 · passed · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Passed · Official source

Yes 373 · No 41 · Abstain — · Absent/not voting 18

Showing the first 4 recorded positions. Vote totals above are complete.

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