HR-1375 : Still Just a Bill

Energy Equity Act of 2021

This bill establishes an Office of Energy Equity within the Department of Energy. The office must (1) promote an agencywide environmental justice strategy and interagency collaboration, (2) reduce or stabilize energy costs within underserved or disadvantaged communities, and (3) increase the availability of energy conservation measures within underserved or disadvantaged communities.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-02-26CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Energy.House committee actions
2021-02-25IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.House floor actions
2021-02-25IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Rep. Rush, Bobby L. [D-IL-1]
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Policy Area :

Energy
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  • Air quality
  • Alternative and renewable resources
  • Climate change and greenhouse gases
  • Community life and organization
  • Department of Energy
  • Electric power generation and transmission
  • Environmental health
  • Executive agency funding and structure
  • Low- and moderate-income housing
  • Poverty and welfare assistance
  • Racial and ethnic relations

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