H.R. 2046 · 116th Congress · 2019–2020
Energy Diplomacy Act of 2019
H.R. 2046 in the 116th Congress (2019–2020) was introduced on Apr 3, 2019, sponsored by Ron Wright with 8 co-sponsors.
During the 116th Congress (2019–2020), Donald Trump was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Apr 3, 2019
- Co-sponsors
- 8
- Policy area
- International Affairs
What it does
Energy Diplomacy Act of 2019 This bill authorizes the Department of State to establish an Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources position. The bill also directs the State Department to ensure there are sufficient personnel dedicated to handling energy-related issues, such as (1) formulating policies to advance U.S.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Ron Wright (R-TX). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 5 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 3, 2019
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules. (May 22, 2019)
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Committees
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