S 348 · 106th Congress · Energy

National Oilheat Research Alliance Act of 1999

Introduced 1999-02-03· Sponsored by Sen. Snowe, Olympia J. [R-ME]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
Committee
Senate Vote
4
House
5
Enacted
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Power.(2000-02-03)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] National Oilheat Research Alliance Act of 1999 - Authorizes the oilheat industry to conduct a referendum through a qualified industry organization among retailers and wholesalers for the creation of a National Oilheat Research Alliance to develop programs concerning oilheat research and development, safety issues, consumer education, and training. Defines "oilheat industry" to include those persons involved in the production, transportation, and sale of oilheat, and those engaged in the manufacture and distribution of oilheat utilization equipment in the United States (but excludes the ultimate consumers of oilheat). Permits State industry trade association participation in such Alliance. Prescribes guidelines for Alliance membership and representation. Requires the Alliance to: (1) levy and collect annual assessments on the wholesale sale of No. 1 distillate and No. 2 dyed distillate; and (2) establish a program coordinating its operation with that of any similar State, local, or regional program. Prescribes allocation guidelines governing Alliance funds made available to a qualified State association. Conditions fund availability upon the Alliance's determination that the funds w…

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Congressional Budget Office

S. 348, National Oilheat Research Alliance Act of 1999

Jul 14, 1999

Cost estimate for the bill as ordered reported by the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources on June 30, 1999

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Cosponsors (20)

10 Democrats10 Republicans