H.R. 3597: Solar Energy Research and Development Act of 2019

116th Congress

To guide and authorize basic research programs in the United States for research, development, and demonstration of solar energy technologies, and for other purposes.

Sponsor: Rep. Ben McAdams — D — UT

Guides and authorizes basic research programs in the United States for research, development, and demonstration of solar energy technologies, and for other purposes. Under the bill, DOE’s research activities would focus on alternative production and manufacturing technologies as well as methods for integrating solar systems and products into transportation, building, and other types of infrastructure. Appropriated funds also could be used to cover some of the cost of demonstration projects, including some expenses for planning, equipment, and operations. Finally, the bill would authorize the department to use grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts to implement the programs.

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