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H.R. 7073 118th Congress House

Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act

Official title: To improve public-private partnerships and increase Federal research, development, and demonstration related to the evolution of next generation pipeline systems, and for other purposes.

Introduced: January 22, 2024 Introduced by: Randy K. Weber, Sr. Republican · Texas See on congress.gov
Energy Energy researchIndustrial facilitiesIntergovernmental relationsOil and gas
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PipelinesPublic-private cooperationResearch administration and fundingResearch and developmentTechnology assessmentTechnology transfer and commercialization
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 Everywhere this bill has been 14 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Sep 25, 2024
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Sep 24, 2024
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sep 24, 2024
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)
Sep 24, 2024
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5572-5673)
Sep 23, 2024
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.
Sep 23, 2024
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 7073.
Sep 23, 2024
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5631-5635)
Sep 23, 2024
Mr. Lucas moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
Sep 20, 2024
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. H. Rept. 118-699.
Sep 20, 2024
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 593.
Mar 20, 2024
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 36 - 0.
Mar 20, 2024
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Jan 22, 2024
Introduced in House
Jan 22, 2024
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
 Votes taken on this bill 1
DateChamberWhat was voted onResultYes–No
Sep 24, 2024 House · vote #447 On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended Passed 373–41 See who voted →
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 Latest action September 25, 2024

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

 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

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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 Cosponsors 4
All 4 Republican 2
Williams, Brandon
· Mar 19, 2024
Caraveo, Yadira
· Jan 22, 2024
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Lucas, Frank D.
Oklahoma · Jan 22, 2024
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Obernolte, Jay
California · Jan 22, 2024
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