1976 Energy Research and Development Authorization Hearings
July 20, 2026
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The Frame
The bill establishes the federal government's authority to provide financial s to support energy research and development projects for the 1976 .
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Energy Research and Development Administration
The agency's budget and legal authorities for the 1976 fiscal year are defined by this legislation.
Energy project developers
These entities may be eligible to receive federal loan guarantees for their research and development projects.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The document covers hearings for H.R. 3474, the ERDA Authorization Bill for fiscal year 1976.
- The hearings focus on the implementation and impact of a loan guarantee provision within the bill.
- The Committee on Science and Technology is the body responsible for reviewing the authorization.
- The legislation pertains to the federal government's role in funding energy research and development.
Why It Matters
The bill establishes the federal government's authority to provide financial s to support energy research and development projects for the 1976 .
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of H.R. 3474?
What is a loan guarantee provision?
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Federal Energy Financing
The document highlights the transition toward using federal loan guarantees as a tool for energy policy implementation in the 1970s.
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