To improve the bill.
What it does: 31 changes: inserts text in 9 places, replaces text in 19 places, adds 2 sections, strikes text
Sen. Pete V. Domenici (R-NM)What it changes
31 changes to H.R. 6
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Change 1: Inserts new text on page 11, between lines 10 and 11
InsertsPrinted pageInserted: (O) Savannah River National Laboratory.
Original wording
On page 11, between lines 10 and 11, insert the following:
Change 2: Replaces “(O)” with “(P)”
[struck: (O)][inserted: (P)]Original wording
On page 11, line 11, strike “(O)” and insert “(P)”.
Change 3: Replaces “(P)” with “(Q)”
[struck: (P)][inserted: (Q)]Original wording
On page 11, line 12, strike “(P)” and insert “(Q)”.
Change 4: Rewrites page 47, line 11 through page 49, line 4
ReplacesPrinted pageRemoves page 47, line 11 through page 49, line 4 of the printed bill. See that page
Inserted: SEC. 127. STATE BUILDING ENERGY EFFICIENCY CODES INCENTIVES.
Inserted: Section 304(e) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6833(e)) is amended--
Inserted: (1) in paragraph (1), by inserting before the period at the end of the first sentence the following: ", including increasing and verifying compliance with such codes"; and
Inserted: (2) by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following:
Inserted: "(2) Additional funding shall be provided under this subsection for implementation of a plan to achieve and document at least a 90 percent rate of compliance with residential and commercial building energy efficiency codes, based on energy performance--
Inserted: "(A) to a State that has adopted and is implementing, on a statewide basis--
Inserted: "(i) a residential building energy efficiency code that meets or exceeds the requirements of the 2004 International Energy Conservation Code, or any succeeding version of that code that has received an affirmative determination from the Secretary under subsection (a)(5)(A); and
Inserted: "(ii) a commercial building energy efficiency code that meets or exceeds the requirements of the ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2004, or any succeeding version of that standard that has received an affirmative determination from the Secretary under subsection (b)(2)(A); or
Inserted: "(B) in a State in which there is no statewide energy code either for residential buildings or for commercial buildings, to a local government that has adopted and is implementing residential and commercial building energy efficiency codes, as described in subparagraph (A).
Inserted: "(3) Of the amounts made available under this subsection, the Secretary may use $500,000 for each fiscal year to train State and local officials to implement codes described in paragraph (2).
Inserted: "(4)(A) There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subsection--
Inserted: "(i) $25,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2006 through 2010; and
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Inserted: "(ii) such sums as are necessary for fiscal year 2011 and each fiscal year thereafter.
Inserted: "(B) Funding provided to States under paragraph (2) for each fiscal year shall not exceed \1/2\ of the excess of funding under this subsection over $5,000,000 for the fiscal year.".
Original wording
Beginning on page 47, strike line 11 and all that follows through page 49, line 4, and insert the following:
Change 5: Replaces “January 1, 2006” with “January 1, 2007”
[struck: January 1, 2006][inserted: January 1, 2007]Original wording
On page 76, lines 9 and 10, strike “January 1, 2006” and insert “January 1, 2007”.
Change 6: Rewrites page 234, lines 23–25
ReplacesPrinted pageRemoves page 234, lines 23–25 of the printed bill. See that page
Inserted: (20) by striking "section 104(b) of the Naval Petroleum Reserves Production Act of 1976 (90 Stat. 304; 42 U.S.C. 6504)" and inserting "section 104(a)"; and
Original wording
On page 234, strike lines 23 through 25, and insert the following:
Change 7: Adds SEC. 347. FINGER LAKES WITHDRAWAL on page 296, line 25
Adds a sectionPrinted pageInserted: SEC. 347. FINGER LAKES WITHDRAWAL.
Inserted: All Federal land within the boundary of Finger Lakes National Forest in the State of New York is withdrawn from--
Inserted: (1) all forms of entry, appropriation, or disposal under the public land laws; and
Inserted: (2) disposition under all laws relating to oil and gas leasing.
Original wording
On page 296, after line 25, add the following:
Change 8: Inserts “by the Commission” after “request”
…request[inserted: by the Commission]…
Original wording
On page 321, line 18, insert “by the Commission” after “request”.
Change 9: Rewrites page 353, lines 19–24
ReplacesPrinted pageRemoves page 353, lines 19–24 of the printed bill. See that page
Inserted: on Indian land;
Inserted: "(C) provide low-interest loans to Indian tribes and tribal energy resource development organizations for use in the promotion of energy resource development on Indian land and integration of energy resources; and
Inserted: "(D) provide grants and technical assistance to an appropriate tribal environmental organization, as determined by the Secretary, that represents multiple Indian tribes to establish a national resource center to develop tribal capacity to establish and carry out tribal environmental programs in support of energy-related programs and activities under this title, including--
Inserted: "(i) training programs for tribal environmental officials, program managers, and other governmental representatives;
Inserted: "(ii) the development of model environmental policies and tribal laws, including tribal environmental review codes, and the creation and maintenance of a clearinghouse of best environmental management practices; and
Inserted: "(iii) recommended standards for reviewing the implementation of tribal environmental laws and policies within tribal judicial or other tribal appeals systems.
Original wording
On page 353, strike lines 19 through 24 and insert the following:
Change 10: Inserts new text on page 356, between lines 15 and 16
InsertsPrinted pageInserted: (C) In providing a grant under this subsection for an activity to provide, or expand the provision of, electricity on Indian land, the Director shall encourage cooperative arrangements between Indian tribes and utilities that provide service to Indian tribes, as the Director determines to be appropriate.
Original wording
On page 356, between lines 15 and 16, insert the following:
Change 11: Inserts “(A)” after “(2)”
…(2)[inserted: (A)]…
Original wording
On page 357, line 6, insert “(A)” after “(2)”.
Change 12: Inserts new text on page 357, between lines 16 and 17
InsertsPrinted pageInserted: (B) In providing a loan guarantee under this subsection for an activity to provide, or expand the provision of, electricity on Indian land, the Secretary of Energy shall encourage cooperative arrangements between Indian tribes and utilities that provide service to Indian tribes, as the Secretary determines to be appropriate.
Original wording
On page 357, between lines 16 and 17, insert the following:
Change 13: Rewrites page 488, lines 5–9
ReplacesPrinted pageRemoves page 488, lines 5–9 of the printed bill. See that page
Inserted: (a) Definition of Lignocellulosic Feedstock.--In this section, the term "lignocellulosic feedstock" means any portion of a plant or coproduct from conversion, including crops, trees, and agricultural and forest residues not specifically grown for food.
Original wording
On page 488, strike lines 5 through 9 and insert the following:
Change 14: Replaces “cellulosic feedstocks” with “lignocellulosic feedstocks”
[struck: cellulosic feedstocks][inserted: lignocellulosic feedstocks]Original wording
On page 489, line 3, strike “cellulosic feedstocks” and insert “lignocellulosic feedstocks”.
Change 15: Replaces “cellulosic feedstocks” with “lignocellulosic feedstocks”
[struck: cellulosic feedstocks][inserted: lignocellulosic feedstocks]Original wording
On page 489, lines 11 and 12, strike “cellulosic feedstocks” and insert “lignocellulosic feedstocks”.
Change 16: Strikes page 503, lines 22–24
StrikesPrinted pageRemoves page 503, lines 22–24 of the printed bill. See that page
Original wording
On page 503, strike lines 22 through 24.
Change 17: Replaces “(2)” with “(1)”
[struck: (2)][inserted: (1)]Original wording
On page 504, line 1, strike “(2)” and insert “(1)”.
Change 18: Rewrites page 504, lines 4–7
ReplacesPrinted pageRemoves page 504, lines 4–7 of the printed bill. See that page
Inserted: (2) For activities under section 955--
Inserted: (A) $337,000,000 for fiscal year 2006;
Inserted: (B) $364,000,000 for fiscal year 2007; and
Inserted: (C) $394,000,000 for fiscal year 2008.
Inserted: (3) For activities under section 956--
Inserted: (A) $20,000,000 for fiscal year 2006;
Inserted: (B) $25,000,000 for fiscal year 2007; and
Inserted: (C) $30,000,000 for fiscal year 2008.
Original wording
On page 504, strike lines 4 through 7 and insert the following:
Change 19: Replaces “(b)(2)” with “(b)(1)”
[struck: (b)(2)][inserted: (b)(1)]Original wording
On page 504, line 24, strike “(b)(2)” and insert “(b)(1)”.
Change 20: Replaces “(c)” with “(b)”
[struck: (c)][inserted: (b)]Original wording
On page 506, line 3, strike “(c)” and insert “(b)”.
Change 21: Replaces “(d)” with “(c)”
[struck: (d)][inserted: (c)]Original wording
On page 506, line 11, strike “(d)” and insert “(c)”.
Change 22: Rewrites page 519, line 9 through page 523, line 6
ReplacesPrinted pageRemoves page 519, line 9 through page 523, line 6 of the printed bill. See that page
Inserted: SEC. 955. COAL AND RELATED TECHNOLOGIES PROGRAM.
Inserted: (a) In General.--In addition to the programs authorized under title IV, the Secretary shall conduct a program of technology research, development, and demonstration and commercial application for coal and power systems, including programs to facilitate production and generation of coal-based power through--
Inserted: (1) innovations for existing plants (including mercury removal);
Inserted: (2) gasification systems;
Inserted: (3) advanced combustion systems;
Inserted: (4) turbines for synthesis gas derived from coal;
Inserted: (5) carbon capture and sequestration research and development;
Inserted: (6) coal-derived chemicals and transportation fuels;
Inserted: (7) liquid fuels derived from low rank coal water;
Inserted: (8) solid fuels and feedstocks;
Inserted: (9) advanced coal-related research;
Inserted: (10) advanced separation technologies; and
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Inserted: (11) fuel cells for the operation of synthesis gas derived from coal.
Inserted: (b) Cost and Performance Goals.--
Inserted: (1) In general.--In carrying out programs authorized by this section, the Secretary shall identify cost and performance goals for coal-based technologies that would permit the continued cost-competitive use of coal for the production of electricity, chemical feedstocks, and transportation fuels in 2008, 2010, 2012, and 2016, and each calendar year beginning after September 30, 2021.
Inserted: (2) Administration.--In establishing the cost and performance goals, the Secretary shall--
Inserted: (A) consider activities and studies undertaken as of the date of enactment of this Act by industry in cooperation with the Department in support of the identification of the goals;
Inserted: (B) consult with interested entities, including--
Inserted: (i) coal producers;
Inserted: (ii) industries using coal;
Inserted: (iii) organizations that promote coal and advanced coal technologies;
Inserted: (iv) environmental organizations;
Inserted: (v) organizations representing workers; and
Inserted: (vi) organizations representing consumers;
Inserted: (C) not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, publish in the Federal Register proposed draft cost and performance goals for public comments; and
Inserted: (D) not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act and every 4 years thereafter, submit to Congress a report describing the final cost and performance goals for the technologies that includes--
Inserted: (i) a list of technical milestones; and
Inserted: (ii) an explanation of how programs authorized in this section will not duplicate the activities authorized under the Clean Coal Power Initiative authorized under title IV.
Inserted: (c) Powder River Basin and Fort Union Lignite Coal Mercury Removal.--
Inserted: (1) In general.--In addition to the programs authorized by subsection (a), the Secretary may establish a program to test and develop technologies to control and remove mercury emissions from subbituminous coal mined in the Powder River Basin, and Fort Union lignite coals, that are used for the generation of electricity.
Inserted: (2) Efficacy of mercury removal technology.--In carrying out the program under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall examine the efficacy of mercury removal technologies on coals described in that paragraph that are blended with other types of coal.
Inserted: SEC. 956. CARBON CAPTURE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM.
Inserted: (a) In General.--The Secretary shall carry out a 10-year carbon capture research and development program to develop carbon dioxide capture technologies on combustion-based systems for use--
Inserted: (1) in new coal utilization facilities; and
Inserted: (2) on the fleet of coal-based units in existence on the date of enactment of this Act.
Inserted: (b) Objectives.--The objectives of the program under subsection (a) shall be--
Inserted: (1) to develop carbon dioxide capture technologies, including adsorption and absorption techniques and chemical processes, to remove the carbon dioxide from gas streams containing carbon dioxide potentially amenable to sequestration;
Inserted: (2) to develop technologies that would directly produce concentrated streams of carbon dioxide potentially amenable to sequestration;
Inserted: (3) to increase the efficiency of the overall system to reduce the quantity of carbon dioxide emissions released from the system per megawatt generated; and
Inserted: (4) in accordance with the carbon dioxide capture program, to promote a robust carbon sequestration program and continue the work of the Department, in conjunction with the private sector, through regional carbon sequestration partnerships.
Original wording
Beginning on page 519, strike line 9 and all that follows through page 523, line 6, and insert the following:
Change 23: Inserts new text on page 522, between lines 8 and 9
InsertsPrinted pageInserted: (d) Fuel Cells.--
Inserted: (1) In general.--The Secretary shall conduct a program of research, development, demonstration, and commercial application on fuel cells for low-cost, high-efficiency, fuel-flexible, modular power systems.
Inserted: (2) Demonstrations.--The demonstrations referred to in paragraph (1) shall include solid oxide fuel cell technology for commercial, residential, and transportation applications, and distributed generation systems, using improved manufacturing production and processes.
Original wording
On page 522, between lines 8 and 9, insert the following:
Change 24: Replaces “of the Senate” through “Commerce” with “and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Energy and Comm…”
[struck: of the Senate … Commerce][inserted: and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the Committee on International Relations]Original wording
On page 558, beginning on line 22, strike “of the Senate” and all that follows through “Commerce” on line 23 and insert “and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the Committee on International Relations”.
Change 25: Inserts new text on page 595, between lines 4 and 5
InsertsPrinted pageInserted: (2) Report on trends.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on current trends under paragraph (1), with recommendations (as appropriate) to meet the future labor requirements for the energy technology industries.
Original wording
On page 595, between lines 4 and 5, insert the following:
Change 26: Replaces “(2) Report.--As” with new text
Struck: (2) Report.--As
Inserted: (3) Report on shortage.--As
Original wording
On page 595, line 5, strike “(2) Report.--As” and insert the following:
Change 27: Rewrites page 596, line 22 through page 597, line 20
ReplacesPrinted pageRemoves page 596, line 22 through page 597, line 20 of the printed bill. See that page
Inserted: SEC. 1103. EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS IN SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS.
Inserted: (a) Science Education Enhancement Fund.--Section 3164 of the Department of Energy Science Education Enhancement Act (42 U.S.C. 7381a) is amended by adding at the end:
Inserted: "(c) Science Education Enhancement Fund.--The Secretary shall use not less than 0.2 percent of the amount made available to the Department for fiscal year 2006 and each fiscal year thereafter to carry out activities authorized by this part.".
Inserted: (b) Authorized Education Activities.--Section 3165 of the Department of Energy Science Education Enhancement Act (42 U.S.C. 7381b) is amended by adding at the end the following:
Inserted: "(14) Support competitive events for students under the supervision of teachers, designed to encourage student interest and knowledge in science and mathematics.
Inserted: "(15) Support competitively-awarded, peer-reviewed programs to promote professional development for mathematics teachers and science teachers who teach in grades from kindergarten through grade 12 at Department research and development facilities.
Inserted: "(16) Support summer internships at Department research and development facilities, for mathematics teachers and science teachers who teach in grades from kindergarten through grade 12.
Inserted: "(17) Sponsor and assist in educational and training activities identified as critical skills needs for future workforce development at Department research and development facilities.".
Inserted: (c) Educational Partnerships.--Section 3166(b) of the Department of Energy Science Education Enhancement Act (42 U.S.C. 7381c(b)) is amended--
Inserted: (1) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following:
Inserted: "(1) loaning or transferring equipment to the institution;";
Inserted: (2) in paragraph (5), by striking "and" at the end;
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Inserted: (3) in paragraph (6), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and
Inserted: (4) by adding at the end the following:
Inserted: "(7) providing funds to educational institutions to hire personnel to facilitate interactions between local school systems, Department research and development facilities, and corporate and governmental entities.".
Inserted: (d) Definition of Department Research and Development Facilities.--Section 3167(3) of the Department of Energy Science Education Enhancement Act (42 U.S.C. 7381d(3)) is amended by striking "from the Office of Science of the Department of Energy" and inserting "by the Department of Energy".
Inserted: (e) Study.--
Inserted: (1) In general.--The Secretary shall enter into an arrangement with the National Academy of Public Administration to conduct a study of the priorities, quality, local and regional flexibility, and plans for educational programs at Department research and development facilities.
Inserted: (2) Inclusion.--The study shall recommend measures that the Secretary may take to improve Department-wide coordination of educational, workforce development, and critical skills development activities.
Inserted: (3) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the study conducted under this subsection.
Original wording
On page 596, strike line 22 and all that follows through page 597, line 20, and insert the following:
Change 28: Inserts “(as amended by section 1103(a))” after “7381a)”
…7381a)[inserted: (as amended by section 1103(a))]…
Original wording
On page 599, line 15, insert “(as amended by section 1103(a))” after “7381a)”.
Change 29: Replaces “(c)” with “(d)”
[struck: (c)][inserted: (d)]Original wording
On page 599, line 17, strike “(c)” and insert “(d)”.
Change 30: Inserts “by the Commission” after “request”
…request[inserted: by the Commission]…
Original wording
On page 686, line 3, insert “by the Commission” after “request”.
Change 31: Adds SEC. 13__. STUDY OF LINK BETWEEN ENERGY SECURITY AND INCREASES IN VEHICLE MILES TRAVELED on page 755, line 25
Adds a sectionPrinted pageInserted: SEC. 13__. STUDY OF LINK BETWEEN ENERGY SECURITY AND INCREASES IN VEHICLE MILES TRAVELED.
Inserted: (a) In General.--The Secretary shall enter into an arrangement with the National Academy of Sciences under which the Academy shall conduct a study to assess the implications on energy use and efficiency of land development patterns in the United States.
Inserted: (b) Scope.--The study shall consider--
Inserted: (1) the correlation, if any, between land development patterns and increases in vehicle miles traveled;
Inserted: (2) whether petroleum use in the transportation sector can be reduced through changes in the design of development patterns;
Inserted: (3) the potential benefits of--
Inserted: (A) information and education programs for State and local officials (including planning officials) on the potential for energy savings through planning, design, development, and infrastructure decisions;
Inserted: (B) incorporation of location efficiency models in transportation infrastructure planning and investments; and
Inserted: (C) transportation policies and strategies to help transportation planners manage the demand for the number and length of vehicle trips, including trips that increase the viability of other means of travel; and
Inserted: (4) such other considerations relating to the study topic as the National Academy of Sciences finds appropriate.
Inserted: (c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the National Academy of Sciences shall submit to the Secretary and Congress a report on the study conducted under this section.
Inserted: SEC. 13__. STUDY OF AVAILABILITY OF SKILLED WORKERS.
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Inserted: (a) In General.--The Secretary shall enter into an arrangement with the National Academy of Sciences under which the National Academy of Sciences shall conduct a study of the short-term and long-term availability of skilled workers to meet the energy and mineral security requirements of the United States.
Inserted: (b) Inclusions.--The study shall include an analysis of--
Inserted: (1) the need for and availability of workers for the oil, gas, and mineral industries;
Inserted: (2) the availability of skilled labor at both entry level and more senior levels; and
Inserted: (3) recommendations for future actions needed to meet future labor requirements.
Inserted: (c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report that describes the results of the study.
Original wording
On page 755, after line 25, add the following:
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Beginning on page 505, strike lines 17 and all that follows through page 506, line 2.
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SA 989. Mr. FRIST (for Mr. Domenici) proposed an amendment to the bill H.R. 6, to ensure jobs for our future with secure, affordable, and reliable energy; as follows:
On page 11, between lines 10 and 11, insert the following:
(O) Savannah River National Laboratory.
On page 11, line 11, strike “(O)” and insert “(P)”.
On page 11, line 12, strike “(P)” and insert “(Q)”.
Beginning on page 47, strike line 11 and all that follows through page 49, line 4, and insert the following:
SEC. 127. STATE BUILDING ENERGY EFFICIENCY CODES INCENTIVES.
Section 304(e) of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6833(e)) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (1), by inserting before the period at the end of the first sentence the following: “, including increasing and verifying compliance with such codes”; and
(2) by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following:
“(2) Additional funding shall be provided under this subsection for implementation of a plan to achieve and document at least a 90 percent rate of compliance with residential and commercial building energy efficiency codes, based on energy performance--
“(A) to a State that has adopted and is implementing, on a statewide basis--
“(i) a residential building energy efficiency code that meets or exceeds the requirements of the 2004 International Energy Conservation Code, or any succeeding version of that code that has received an affirmative determination from the Secretary under subsection (a)(5)(A); and
“(ii) a commercial building energy efficiency code that meets or exceeds the requirements of the ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2004, or any succeeding version of that standard that has received an affirmative determination from the Secretary under subsection (b)(2)(A); or
“(B) in a State in which there is no statewide energy code either for residential buildings or for commercial buildings, to a local government that has adopted and is implementing residential and commercial building energy efficiency codes, as described in subparagraph (A).
“(3) Of the amounts made available under this subsection, the Secretary may use $500,000 for each fiscal year to train State and local officials to implement codes described in paragraph (2).
“(4)(A) There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subsection--
“(i) $25,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2006 through 2010; and
“(ii) such sums as are necessary for fiscal year 2011 and each fiscal year thereafter.
“(B) Funding provided to States under paragraph (2) for each fiscal year shall not exceed \1/2\ of the excess of funding under this subsection over $5,000,000 for the fiscal year.”.
On page 76, lines 9 and 10, strike “January 1, 2006” and insert “January 1, 2007”.
On page 234, strike lines 23 through 25, and insert the following:
(20) by striking “section 104(b) of the Naval Petroleum Reserves Production Act of 1976 (90 Stat. 304; 42 U.S.C. 6504)” and inserting “section 104(a)”; and
On page 296, after line 25, add the following:
SEC. 347. FINGER LAKES WITHDRAWAL.
All Federal land within the boundary of Finger Lakes National Forest in the State of New York is withdrawn from--
(1) all forms of entry, appropriation, or disposal under the public land laws; and
(2) disposition under all laws relating to oil and gas leasing.
On page 321, line 18, insert “by the Commission” after “request”.
On page 353, strike lines 19 through 24 and insert the following:
on Indian land;
“(C) provide low-interest loans to Indian tribes and tribal energy resource development organizations for use in the promotion of energy resource development on Indian land and integration of energy resources; and
“(D) provide grants and technical assistance to an appropriate tribal environmental organization, as determined by the Secretary, that represents multiple Indian tribes to establish a national resource center to develop tribal capacity to establish and carry out tribal environmental programs in support of energy-related programs and activities under this title, including--
“(i) training programs for tribal environmental officials, program managers, and other governmental representatives;
“(ii) the development of model environmental policies and tribal laws, including tribal environmental review codes, and the creation and maintenance of a clearinghouse of best environmental management practices; and
“(iii) recommended standards for reviewing the implementation of tribal environmental laws and policies within tribal judicial or other tribal appeals systems.
On page 356, between lines 15 and 16, insert the following:
“(C) In providing a grant under this subsection for an activity to provide, or expand the provision of, electricity on Indian land, the Director shall encourage cooperative arrangements between Indian tribes and utilities that provide service to Indian tribes, as the Director determines to be appropriate.
On page 357, line 6, insert “(A)” after “(2)”.
On page 357, between lines 16 and 17, insert the following:
“(B) In providing a loan guarantee under this subsection for an activity to provide, or expand the provision of, electricity on Indian land, the Secretary of Energy shall encourage cooperative arrangements between Indian tribes and utilities that provide service to Indian tribes, as the Secretary determines to be appropriate.
On page 488, strike lines 5 through 9 and insert the following:
(a) Definition of Lignocellulosic Feedstock.--In this section, the term “lignocellulosic feedstock” means any portion of a plant or coproduct from conversion, including crops, trees, and agricultural and forest residues not specifically grown for food.
On page 489, line 3, strike “cellulosic feedstocks” and insert “lignocellulosic feedstocks”.
On page 489, lines 11 and 12, strike “cellulosic feedstocks” and insert “lignocellulosic feedstocks”.
On page 503, strike lines 22 through 24.
On page 504, line 1, strike “(2)” and insert “(1)”.
On page 504, strike lines 4 through 7 and insert the following:
(2) For activities under section 955--
(A) $337,000,000 for fiscal year 2006;
(B) $364,000,000 for fiscal year 2007; and
(C) $394,000,000 for fiscal year 2008.
(3) For activities under section 956--
(A) $20,000,000 for fiscal year 2006;
(B) $25,000,000 for fiscal year 2007; and
(C) $30,000,000 for fiscal year 2008.
On page 504, line 24, strike “(b)(2)” and insert “(b)(1)”.
Beginning on page 505, strike lines 17 and all that follows through page 506, line 2.
On page 506, line 3, strike “(c)” and insert “(b)”.
On page 506, line 11, strike “(d)” and insert “(c)”.
Beginning on page 519, strike line 9 and all that follows through page 523, line 6, and insert the following:
SEC. 955. COAL AND RELATED TECHNOLOGIES PROGRAM.
(a) In General.--In addition to the programs authorized under title IV, the Secretary shall conduct a program of technology research, development, and demonstration and commercial application for coal and power systems, including programs to facilitate production and generation of coal-based power through--
(1) innovations for existing plants (including mercury removal);
(2) gasification systems;
(3) advanced combustion systems;
(4) turbines for synthesis gas derived from coal;
(5) carbon capture and sequestration research and development;
(6) coal-derived chemicals and transportation fuels;
(7) liquid fuels derived from low rank coal water;
(8) solid fuels and feedstocks;
(9) advanced coal-related research;
(10) advanced separation technologies; and
(11) fuel cells for the operation of synthesis gas derived from coal.
(b) Cost and Performance Goals.--
(1) In general.--In carrying out programs authorized by this section, the Secretary shall identify cost and performance goals for coal-based technologies that would permit the continued cost-competitive use of coal for the production of electricity, chemical feedstocks, and transportation fuels in 2008, 2010, 2012, and 2016, and each calendar year beginning after September 30, 2021.
(2) Administration.--In establishing the cost and performance goals, the Secretary shall--
(A) consider activities and studies undertaken as of the date of enactment of this Act by industry in cooperation with the Department in support of the identification of the goals;
(B) consult with interested entities, including--
(i) coal producers;
(ii) industries using coal;
(iii) organizations that promote coal and advanced coal technologies;
(iv) environmental organizations;
(v) organizations representing workers; and
(vi) organizations representing consumers;
(C) not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, publish in the Federal Register proposed draft cost and performance goals for public comments; and
(D) not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act and every 4 years thereafter, submit to Congress a report describing the final cost and performance goals for the technologies that includes--
(i) a list of technical milestones; and
(ii) an explanation of how programs authorized in this section will not duplicate the activities authorized under the Clean Coal Power Initiative authorized under title IV.
(c) Powder River Basin and Fort Union Lignite Coal Mercury Removal.--
(1) In general.--In addition to the programs authorized by subsection (a), the Secretary may establish a program to test and develop technologies to control and remove mercury emissions from subbituminous coal mined in the Powder River Basin, and Fort Union lignite coals, that are used for the generation of electricity.
(2) Efficacy of mercury removal technology.--In carrying out the program under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall examine the efficacy of mercury removal technologies on coals described in that paragraph that are blended with other types of coal.
SEC. 956. CARBON CAPTURE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM.
(a) In General.--The Secretary shall carry out a 10-year carbon capture research and development program to develop carbon dioxide capture technologies on combustion-based systems for use--
(1) in new coal utilization facilities; and
(2) on the fleet of coal-based units in existence on the date of enactment of this Act.
(b) Objectives.--The objectives of the program under subsection (a) shall be--
(1) to develop carbon dioxide capture technologies, including adsorption and absorption techniques and chemical processes, to remove the carbon dioxide from gas streams containing carbon dioxide potentially amenable to sequestration;
(2) to develop technologies that would directly produce concentrated streams of carbon dioxide potentially amenable to sequestration;
(3) to increase the efficiency of the overall system to reduce the quantity of carbon dioxide emissions released from the system per megawatt generated; and
(4) in accordance with the carbon dioxide capture program, to promote a robust carbon sequestration program and continue the work of the Department, in conjunction with the private sector, through regional carbon sequestration partnerships.
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(d) Fuel Cells.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary shall conduct a program of research, development, demonstration, and commercial application on fuel cells for low-cost, high-efficiency, fuel-flexible, modular power systems.
(2) Demonstrations.--The demonstrations referred to in paragraph (1) shall include solid oxide fuel cell technology for commercial, residential, and transportation applications, and distributed generation systems, using improved manufacturing production and processes.
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(2) Report on trends.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on current trends under paragraph (1), with recommendations (as appropriate) to meet the future labor requirements for the energy technology industries.
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(3) Report on shortage.--As
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SEC. 1103. EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS IN SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS.
(a) Science Education Enhancement Fund.--Section 3164 of the Department of Energy Science Education Enhancement Act (42 U.S.C. 7381a) is amended by adding at the end:
“(c) Science Education Enhancement Fund.--The Secretary shall use not less than 0.2 percent of the amount made available to the Department for fiscal year 2006 and each fiscal year thereafter to carry out activities authorized by this part.”.
(b) Authorized Education Activities.--Section 3165 of the Department of Energy Science Education Enhancement Act (42 U.S.C. 7381b) is amended by adding at the end the following:
“(14) Support competitive events for students under the supervision of teachers, designed to encourage student interest and knowledge in science and mathematics.
“(15) Support competitively-awarded, peer-reviewed programs to promote professional development for mathematics teachers and science teachers who teach in grades from kindergarten through grade 12 at Department research and development facilities.
“(16) Support summer internships at Department research and development facilities, for mathematics teachers and science teachers who teach in grades from kindergarten through grade 12.
“(17) Sponsor and assist in educational and training activities identified as critical skills needs for future workforce development at Department research and development facilities.”.
(c) Educational Partnerships.--Section 3166(b) of the Department of Energy Science Education Enhancement Act (42 U.S.C. 7381c(b)) is amended--
(1) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following:
“(1) loaning or transferring equipment to the institution;”;
(2) in paragraph (5), by striking “and” at the end;
(3) in paragraph (6), by striking the period at the end and inserting “; and”; and
(4) by adding at the end the following:
“(7) providing funds to educational institutions to hire personnel to facilitate interactions between local school systems, Department research and development facilities, and corporate and governmental entities.”.
(d) Definition of Department Research and Development Facilities.--Section 3167(3) of the Department of Energy Science Education Enhancement Act (42 U.S.C. 7381d(3)) is amended by striking “from the Office of Science of the Department of Energy” and inserting “by the Department of Energy”.
(e) Study.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary shall enter into an arrangement with the National Academy of Public Administration to conduct a study of the priorities, quality, local and regional flexibility, and plans for educational programs at Department research and development facilities.
(2) Inclusion.--The study shall recommend measures that the Secretary may take to improve Department-wide coordination of educational, workforce development, and critical skills development activities.
(3) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the results of the study conducted under this subsection.
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SEC. 13__. STUDY OF LINK BETWEEN ENERGY SECURITY AND INCREASES IN VEHICLE MILES TRAVELED.
(a) In General.--The Secretary shall enter into an arrangement with the National Academy of Sciences under which the Academy shall conduct a study to assess the implications on energy use and efficiency of land development patterns in the United States.
(b) Scope.--The study shall consider--
(1) the correlation, if any, between land development patterns and increases in vehicle miles traveled;
(2) whether petroleum use in the transportation sector can be reduced through changes in the design of development patterns;
(3) the potential benefits of--
(A) information and education programs for State and local officials (including planning officials) on the potential for energy savings through planning, design, development, and infrastructure decisions;
(B) incorporation of location efficiency models in transportation infrastructure planning and investments; and
(C) transportation policies and strategies to help transportation planners manage the demand for the number and length of vehicle trips, including trips that increase the viability of other means of travel; and
(4) such other considerations relating to the study topic as the National Academy of Sciences finds appropriate.
(c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the National Academy of Sciences shall submit to the Secretary and Congress a report on the study conducted under this section.
SEC. 13__. STUDY OF AVAILABILITY OF SKILLED WORKERS.
(a) In General.--The Secretary shall enter into an arrangement with the National Academy of Sciences under which the National Academy of Sciences shall conduct a study of the short-term and long-term availability of skilled workers to meet the energy and mineral security requirements of the United States.
(b) Inclusions.--The study shall include an analysis of--
(1) the need for and availability of workers for the oil, gas, and mineral industries;
(2) the availability of skilled labor at both entry level and more senior levels; and
(3) recommendations for future actions needed to meet future labor requirements.
(c) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report that describes the results of the study.
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June 22, 2005
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Senate amendment submitted
June 22, 2005
Senate amendment agreed to: Amendment SA 989 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
June 22, 2005
Senate amendment proposed (on the floor): Amendment SA 989 proposed by Senator Frist for Senator Domenici.
June 22, 2005
Amendment SA 989 proposed by Senator Frist for Senator Domenici. (consideration: CR S7056-7061) To improve the bill.
June 22, 2005
Amendment SA 989 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
June 22, 2005