HR-5901 : Still Just a Bill


This bill authorizes the Department of the Army to produce, treat, manage, and use natural gas located under Fort Knox, Kentucky.

Natural gas produced may only be used to support activities and operations at Fort Knox, and may not be sold for use elsewhere.

The Army may also take ownership of any production and treatment equipment or facilities utilized by a contractor in accordance with the terms of an agreement for the production or use of natural gas.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2018-05-22CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.House committee actions
2018-05-21IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Armed Services.House floor actions
2018-05-21IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Brett Guthrie [R] (KY-2)
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Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
Related Subjects
  • Energy storage, supplies, demand
  • Military facilities and property
  • Military procurement, research, weapons development
  • Oil and gas
  • Public contracts and procurement
Related Geographic Entities
  • Kentucky
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