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Energy Storage Support: Research, Loan, and Grant Programs

This act aims to enhance energy security and power supply reliability by supporting the development of energy storage systems. Citizens may benefit from more stable power supplies, especially in rural areas, and better utilization of renewable energy sources. Loan and grant programs are designed to accelerate the implementation of new energy storage technologies in homes and businesses.
Key points
Research programs for new energy storage technologies, with a budget of $50 million.
Loans for deploying energy storage systems for states, universities, utilities, and other entities, focusing on rural areas and improving grid reliability.
Technical assistance and grant programs to help plan and design energy storage systems, with a budget of $250 million through 2026.
Support for microgrids that can operate independently during main grid failures, increasing power supply security.
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Print number: 117_HR_2822
Sponsor: Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-41]
Process start date: 2021-04-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Advancing Grid Storage Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2822.

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:

  • Research programs for new energy storage technologies, with a budget of $50 million.
  • Loans for deploying energy storage systems for states, universities, utilities, and other entities, focusing on rural areas and improving grid reliability.
  • Technical assistance and grant programs to help plan and design energy storage systems, with a budget of $250 million through 2026.
  • Support for microgrids that can operate independently during main grid failures, increasing power supply security.
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. Takano, Mark [D-CA-41].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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