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Boosting US Solar Component Manufacturing and Job Creation.

This act aims to strengthen American solar component manufacturing by providing grants and loans to companies. It seeks to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers, create new domestic jobs, and foster economic development in distressed regions. Additionally, the act includes provisions for worker protections, such as prevailing wages and easier unionization.
Key points
Financial support for US-based solar component manufacturers, potentially lowering future solar energy costs.
Creation of new jobs in the renewable energy manufacturing sector, especially in economically distressed areas.
Requirement for employers to pay prevailing wages and facilitate unionization, potentially improving working conditions.
Prohibition on funding projects that use forced labor, promoting ethical supply chains.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4329
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2022-05-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reclaiming the Solar Supply Chain Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4329.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial support for US-based solar component manufacturers, potentially lowering future solar energy costs.
  • Creation of new jobs in the renewable energy manufacturing sector, especially in economically distressed areas.
  • Requirement for employers to pay prevailing wages and facilitate unionization, potentially improving working conditions.
  • Prohibition on funding projects that use forced labor, promoting ethical supply chains.
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. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

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.

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