H.R. 2938 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010
To extend the deadline for commencement of construction of a hydroelectric project.
H.R. 2938 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) became law — introduced on Jun 18, 2009, sponsored by Jerry F. Costello with 1 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jun 18, 2009
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Energy
- Public law
- Public Law 111-60
What it does
Authorizes the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), at the request of the project licensee, and after reasonable notice, in accordance with specified good faith, due diligence, and public interest requirements and FERC procedures, to extend for up to three consecutive two-year periods the time period during which the licensee must commence construction of hydroelectric project numbered 12187 (in Illinois).
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jerry F. Costello (D-IL). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 18, 2009
- Passed the HouseJul 22, 2009
- Passed the SenateAug 5, 2009
- Sent to the PresidentAug 11, 2009
- Became lawAug 19, 2009
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 111-60. (Aug 19, 2009)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
House · Jul 22, 2009 · Passed418–0
Every roll call vote on this bill
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Committees
- Energy and Natural Resources Committee
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More
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