S. 535 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
Energy Efficiency Improvement Act of 2015
S. 535 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) became law — introduced on Feb 23, 2015, sponsored by Rob Portman with 7 co-sponsors.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Feb 23, 2015
- Co-sponsors
- 7
- Policy area
- Energy
- Public law
- Public Law 114-11
What it does
Energy Efficiency Improvement Act of 2015 TITLE I--BETTER BUILDINGS Better Buildings Act of 2015 (Sec. 102) This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to: (1) develop and publish model leasing provisions to encourage building owners and tenants to use greater cost-effective energy efficiency and water efficiency measures in commercial buildings, (2) develop policies and practices to implement the measures for…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Rob Portman (R-OH). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 23, 2015
- Passed the SenateMar 27, 2015
- Passed the HouseApr 21, 2015
- Sent to the PresidentApr 23, 2015
- Became lawApr 30, 2015
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 114-11. (Apr 30, 2015)
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Committees
- Energy and Commerce Committee
More
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