H.R.3015 — National Coal Council Reestablishment Act
House Roll Call
H.R.3015
| Bill | H.R.3015 — National Coal Council Reestablishment Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Passage |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 217 / Nay 209 / Present 0 / Not Voting 6 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 213 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| D | 4 | 206 | 0 | 3 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Passage
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 3015 - National Coal Council Reestablishment Act
The National Coal Council Reestablishment Act (HR 3015) aims to reestablish the National Coal Council (NCC), a federal advisory committee originally created in 1984 to provide recommendations to the Secretary of Energy on coal-related issues. The bill seeks to reinstate the NCC to facilitate dialogue among stakeholders in the coal industry, including producers, consumers, and government entities, focusing on the role of coal in energy production and its future in a transitioning energy landscape.
Key Provisions:
- Reestablishment of the NCC: The bill formally reestablishes the NCC, which had been inactive since 2018, and outlines its purpose to advise the Secretary of Energy on coal production, utilization, and research.
- Membership Composition: The NCC will consist of members appointed by the Secretary of Energy, including representatives from the coal industry, academia, and other stakeholders.
- Focus Areas: The Council will address issues such as coal technology advancements, market dynamics, environmental impacts, and the integration of coal into a diverse energy portfolio.
Funding and Authorities: The bill does not specify direct funding mechanisms but allows for the NCC to operate under existing authorities of the Department of Energy (DOE). The NCC’s activities will be supported by the DOE’s budget and resources.
Affected Programs/Agencies: The primary agency affected by this bill is the Department of Energy, which will be responsible for facilitating the NCC’s operations and implementing its recommendations.
Beneficiaries: The reestablishment of the NCC will benefit various stakeholders in the coal industry, including coal producers, energy companies, and policymakers, by providing a platform for collaboration and information sharing.
Key Timelines: Following its introduction, HR 3015 has been received in the Senate, read twice, and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources for further consideration. The timeline for further action remains to be determined, pending committee review and potential legislative scheduling.
Yea (217)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
L
Lisa McClain
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
Nay (209)
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
