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Energy Storage Systems Study and Electric Vehicle Battery Reuse.

This bill aims to study how to best use energy storage systems, including electric vehicle batteries, to enhance power supply safety and reliability. This could lead to more stable energy supplies and potentially lower costs for citizens, as well as more environmentally friendly solutions through battery recycling.
Key points
Studying and standardizing rules for energy storage systems, which can improve their safety and efficiency for homes and businesses.
Demonstrating the reuse of electric vehicle batteries to power the grid, potentially lowering energy costs and increasing availability, especially for facilities like affordable housing or senior care centers.
Extending the useful life of electric vehicle batteries before recycling, contributing to environmental protection and waste reduction.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2310
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Process start date: 2021-07-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to require the Secretary of Energy to conduct a study regarding codes and standards for use of energy storage systems across sectors and demonstrate certain second-life applications of electric vehicle batteries, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2310.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Studying and standardizing rules for energy storage systems, which can improve their safety and efficiency for homes and businesses.
  • Demonstrating the reuse of electric vehicle batteries to power the grid, potentially lowering energy costs and increasing availability, especially for facilities like affordable housing or senior care centers.
  • Extending the useful life of electric vehicle batteries before recycling, contributing to environmental protection and waste reduction.
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 Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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