H.R.7129

Water Power Research and Development Reauthorization Act

Introduced·1/16/26

The Water Power Research and Development Reauthorization Act reauthorizes water power research, development, and demonstration activities.

The Water Power Research and Development Reauthorization Act amends the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 to reauthorize water power research, development, demonstration, and commercial application activities. It includes provisions for interagency coordination, workforce development, and cybersecurity. The bill also increases funding for marine energy and hydropower research, development, and demonstration activities. It mandates the Secretary to provide briefings to Congress and the public on research findings and activities.

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History

May 20

House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

May 20

House

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

Jan 16

House

Introduced in House