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H.R. 5646 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006

To study and promote the use of energy efficient computer servers in the United States.

H.R. 5646 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Jun 20, 2006, sponsored by Mike Rogers. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Jun 20, 2006
Co-sponsors
0
Policy area
Energy
Public law
Public Law 109-431

What it does

Requires the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), through the Energy Star program, to analyze and report to Congress on the growth and energy consumption of computer data centers by the federal government and private enterprise.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Mike Rogers (R-MI)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJun 20, 2006
  • Passed the HouseJul 12, 2006
  • Passed the SenateDec 7, 2006
  • Sent to the PresidentDec 11, 2006
  • Became lawDec 20, 2006

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-431. (Dec 20, 2006)

How Congress voted

  • On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
    House · Jul 12, 2006 · Passed
    417–4

Every roll call vote on this bill

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