HR 5621 · 101th Congress · Energy

Farm and Forestry Energy Conservation Act of 1990

Introduced 1990-09-13· Sponsored by Rep. Schuette, Bill [R-MI-10]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Forests, Family Farms, and Energy.(1990-09-17)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Farm and Forestry Energy Conservation Act of 1990 - Directs the Secretary of Agriculture, through the Soil Conservation Service, to establish a Federal energy conservation program with respect to: (1) tillage practices; (2) chemical and fertilizer use; (3) irrigation management; (4) livestock management; (5) horticulture; and (6) wood utilization. Directs the Secretary to make grants to individuals or institutions for eligible energy conservation projects. Limits such grant amounts, but authorizes a higher limit for institutions converting their heating systems to wood burning ones. Requires an eligible State to establish a State energy conservation review panel. Directs the Secretary to provide demonstration projects and make educational and technical assistance available. Authorizes appropriations.…

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Cosponsors (12)

12 Republicans