Bill Summary for H 704 (2011-2012)
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Summary date:
Jun 2 2011
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TO AUTHORIZE THE LEGISLATIVE RESEARCH COMMISSION TO STUDY THE LONG TERM FUTURE ENERGY NEEDS OF THE STATE, INCLUDING ITS ENERGY NEEDS FOR VARIOUS MODES OF TRANSPORTATION, AND TO DEVELOP A LONG TERM PLAN THAT ADDRESSES THE SOURCES OF ENERGY THAT ARE ABLE TO MEET THOSE NEEDS AND THE ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE ASSOCIATED WITH THOSE SOURCES OF ENERGY.Intro. by Hager.
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Bill summary
House committee substitute makes the following changes to 1st edition. Replaces the provisions in the previous edition as follows. Establishes the eight member Legislative Study Commission on Alternative Fuel for Vehicles (Commission) to study the state’s future energy needs and focus on the possible use of compressed natural gas, liquid propane, and biofuels as fuel sources for vehicles. Details appointing authority, membership requirements, and additional administrative provisions. Permits the Commission to study seven enumerated issues, and to report recommendations and legislative proposals to the 2012 General Assembly on or before the session convenes. Makes a conforming change to the bill title.