S 1708 · 96th Congress · Science, Technology, Communications
Small Scale Energy Technology Programs Reorganization Act
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Introduced2
Committee3
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House5
EnactedLatest: Referred to Senate Committee on Governmental Affairs.(1979-08-03)
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Small Scale Energy Technology Programs Reorganization Act - Defines the term "small-scale technology" to include renewable energy and other technologies, products, and services which contribute to energy production, conservation, and awareness among end users in a manner which is simple, environmentally sound, and reliant upon available labor. Establishes and Office of Small Scale Technology within the Department of Energy. Requires the Office to incorporate the energy technology small grants program of the Department. Directs the Secretary of Energy, through the Director of such Office, to: (1) make grants to small businesses and localities for small-scale technology; (2) certify the performance of small-scale technology equipment and demonstration models developed by grantees; (3) assist in the marketing of certified technologies; (4) provide information on the benefits and availability of small-scale technology and the role of small business in its production; (5) assist State and local governments in the use of such technology; and (6) coordinate domestic and international small-scale technology programs. Sets forth procedures for the administration by the Office of the small g…
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2 Democrats2 Republicans