S 1341 · 95th Congress · Energy

ERDA Authorization Act-Joint Applications

Introduced 1977-04-21· Sponsored by Sen. Stennis, John C. [D-MS]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
Committee
Senate Vote
4
House
5
Enacted
Latest: Measure passed Senate, amended.(1977-06-29)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] ERDA Authorization Act of 1978 - Joint Applications - Title I: For Laser Fusion, Space Applications, and Naval Reactor Development Programs - Authorizes appropriations to the Energy Research and Development Administration for fiscal year 1978 for laser fusion, space applications, and naval reactor developments. Lists amounts authorized for operating expenses and for plant and capital equipment. Amends prior authorization Acts to increase the amount authorized for specific projects. Title II: General Provisions - Imposes restrictions and limitations upon funds appropriated pursuant to this Act. Requires Congressional review of proposed modifications in programs authorized by this Act. Authorizes the Administrator of the Energy Research and Development Administration to perform construction design services for authorized construction projects. Title III: Authorization of Appropriations for Fiscal Year 1979 - Authorizes appropriations to the Energy Research and Development Administration to be available no earlier than October 1, 1978, for operating expenses and for plant and capital equipment. Stipulates that all restrictions imposed upon amounts appropriated in fiscal year 1978 purs…

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