H.R. 5646 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
To study and promote the use of energy efficient computer servers in the United States.
H.R. 5646 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Jun 20, 2006, sponsored by Mike Rogers. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jun 20, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 0
- Policy area
- Energy
- Public law
- Public Law 109-431
What it does
Requires the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), through the Energy Star program, to analyze and report to Congress on the growth and energy consumption of computer data centers by the federal government and private enterprise.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 20, 2006
- Passed the HouseJul 12, 2006
- Passed the SenateDec 7, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentDec 11, 2006
- Became lawDec 20, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-431. (Dec 20, 2006)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
House · Jul 12, 2006 · Passed417–4
Every roll call vote on this bill
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Committees
- Energy and Natural Resources Committee
- Energy and Commerce Committee
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