H.R. 5621 (101st): Farm and Forestry Energy Conservation Act of 1990

Introduced:
Sep 13, 1990 (101st Congress, 1989–1990)
Sponsor:
Rep. Bill Schuette [R-MI10]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This bill was introduced on September 13, 1990, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced Sep 13, 1990
Cosponsors
12 cosponsors (12R) (show)
Committees

House Agriculture

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Full Title

To encourage energy conservation among farmers, ranchers, forest industry, and utilizers of wood for energy, and for other purposes.

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9/13/1990--Introduced.
Farm and Forestry Energy Conservation Act of 1990 - Directs the Secretary of Agriculture, through the Soil Conservation Service, to establish a Federal energy conservation program with respect to: (1) tillage practices; (2) chemical and fertilizer use; (3) irrigation management; (4) livestock management; (5) horticulture; and (6) wood utilization. Directs the Secretary to make grants to individuals or institutions for eligible energy conservation projects. Limits such grant amounts, but authorizes a higher limit for institutions converting their heating systems to wood burning ones. Requires an eligible State to establish a State energy conservation review panel. Directs the Secretary to provide demonstration projects and make educational and technical assistance available. Authorizes appropriations.

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