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Grants for Renewable Energy and Grid Improvement in Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands.

This Act establishes a grant program to assist non-profit organizations in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands in developing renewable energy systems, energy storage, and modern grids (smart and microgrids). The goal is to enhance energy independence and resilience against outages, leading to more stable power supplies for residents. Funds are strictly prohibited from being used for fossil fuel or nuclear power projects, promoting clean energy adoption.
Key points
New grant program for non-profit organizations to develop clean energy projects (solar, wind, etc.) in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Funding covers the construction of energy storage systems, grid modernization (smart grids, microgrids), and training residents to operate these systems.
Technical assistance provided by U.S. Department of Energy national laboratories to ensure effective project implementation.
Prohibition on using grant funds for energy projects based on fossil fuels or nuclear power.
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Print number: 117_HR_2791
Sponsor: Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33]
Process start date: 2021-04-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Renewable Energy for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2791.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New grant program for non-profit organizations to develop clean energy projects (solar, wind, etc.) in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
  • Funding covers the construction of energy storage systems, grid modernization (smart grids, microgrids), and training residents to operate these systems.
  • Technical assistance provided by U.S. Department of Energy national laboratories to ensure effective project implementation.
  • Prohibition on using grant funds for energy projects based on fossil fuels or nuclear power.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commodity Exchanges, Energy, and Credit.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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