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HR 5090 United States House · 117th Congress

Biofuel Cell Research Act

Summary
Biofuel Cell Research Act This bill requires the Department of Energy (DOE) to establish a research, development, and demonstration program to expand the use of biofuels in vehicles. Under the program, DOE must develop a commercially viable fuel cell system that uses biofuel as a fuel source.
Issues: ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes biofuel research for renewable energy, aligning with reducing fossil fuel dependence and advancing clean energy infrastructure.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes biofuel research for cleaner vehicle energy, aligning with clean energy and emissions reduction goals95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes sustainable vehicle fuel research via biofuels, aligning with 'promotes sustainable transportation' indicator. Directly targets vehicle fuel systems under transportation policy.92% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Aug 2021
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Introduced Aug 24, 2021 Last action Aug 24, 2021
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Aug 24, 2021
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Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
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Aug 24, 2021
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.
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Aug 24, 2021
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