S 3521 · 94th Congress · Energy

Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Act of 1976

Introduced 1976-06-04· Sponsored by Sen. Stevenson, Adlai E., III [D-IL]· Senate

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Latest: Public law 94-586.(1976-10-22)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Act - Expresses the intent of Congress that the selection of a natural gas transportation system for delivery of Alaskan natural gas to other States be made through the establishment of new administrative and judicial procedures. Directs the Federal Power Commission to establish special procedures for expedited review of applications and reasonable alternatives relating to the transportation of Alaskan natural gas. Directs the Commission to complete its review and transmit its findings to the President by March 1, 1977. Requires that reports from other agencies which the President shall deem appropriate be submitted by April 1, 1977. Establishes criteria for information to be considered in such reports. Directs the President to make a final decision as to proposed systems for the transportation of Alaskan natural gas not later than July 1, 1977. Establishes procedures for Congressional review of such Presidential decision. Directs the Secretary of the Interior and other appropriate Federal officials to issue all necessary permits and take other necessary action to enforce all rights-of-way, permits, and leases related to the construction and operat…

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Cosponsors (5)

3 Democrats2 Republicans