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S. 699 (112th)

Department of Energy Carbon Capture and Sequestration Program Amendments Act of 2011

openUnited States· United States Congress· EN

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31 March 2011

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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 99.

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29 May 2026

Summary

Department of Energy Carbon Capture and Sequestration Program Amendments Act of 2011 - Amends the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to direct the Secretary of Energy (DOE) to carry out a demonstration program for the commercial application of integrated systems for the capture, injection, monitoring, and long-term geological storage of carbon dioxide from industrial sources. Authorizes the Secretary to enter into cooperative agreements to provide financial and technical assistance to up to 10 demonstration projects. Sets forth requirements for demonstration projects relating to site safety, environmental protection and remediation, and site closure. Directs the Secretary of Energy to provide grants for employee training purposes to state and tribal agencies involved in permitting, management, inspection, and oversight of carbon capture, transportation, and storage projects.

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