arrow_back Back to App

US Solar Component Manufacturing Support: New Jobs and Independence.

This act aims to strengthen the production of solar panel components within the United States. Citizens can anticipate new job opportunities in the solar energy sector and reduced national reliance on foreign suppliers, potentially leading to more stable energy prices and enhanced energy security.
Key points
Grants and loans for building and expanding solar component manufacturing facilities in the U.S.
Support for job creation, including for low-income communities and underrepresented groups.
Prohibition on funding projects using forced labor or from non-allied foreign nations.
Requirement for prevailing wages for workers on projects funded by the act.
Provisions facilitating unionization and collective bargaining for employees.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4990
Sponsor: Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reclaiming the Solar Supply Chain Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4990.

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 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grants and loans for building and expanding solar component manufacturing facilities in the U.S.
  • Support for job creation, including for low-income communities and underrepresented groups.
  • Prohibition on funding projects using forced labor or from non-allied foreign nations.
  • Requirement for prevailing wages for workers on projects funded by the act.
  • Provisions facilitating unionization and collective bargaining for employees.
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. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy, Climate and Grid Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

CATEGORIES

Economy Public Investments Labor Environment