Session 116

S 163

Alaska Remote Generator Reliability and Protection Act

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Bill overview

This bill, the Alaska Remote Generator Reliability and Protection Act, aims to improve the reliability of diesel generators in remote Alaskan communities. It directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to update regulations regarding emission control devices on these generators, ensuring they meet higher standards. The bill also requires the EPA to study and report on ways the federal government can help Alaska’s remote areas meet their energy needs affordably and reliably, focusing on existing and alternative emission reduction technologies.

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Legislative history

2019-01-16Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

2019-01-16

Introduced in Senate

2019-02-05Senate

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 19.

2019-02-05Senate

Committee on Environment and Public Works. Reported by Senator Barrasso without amendment. Without written report.

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5/20/2019SenateUnanimous consent
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2982; text: CR S2982)
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5/20/2019Unanimous consent
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2982; text: CR S2982)
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5/20/2019SenateUnanimous consent
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2982; text: CR S2982)
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5/20/2019Unanimous consent
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2982; text: CR S2982)
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S 163

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