S. 442 · 117th Congress · 2021–2022
Bulb Replacement Improving Government with High-efficiency Technology Act
S. 442 in the 117th Congress (2021–2022), the Bulb Replacement Improving Government with High-efficiency Technology Act, became law — introduced on Feb 25, 2021, sponsored by Gary C. Peters with 1 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 117th Congress (2021–2022), Joe Biden was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Feb 25, 2021
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Public law
- Public Law 117-202
What it does
Bulb Replacement Improving Government with High-efficiency Technology Act or the BRIGHT Act This act expands requirements relating to the procurement and use of energy-efficient lighting in federal buildings. Under current law, public buildings that are constructed or managed by the General Services Administration (GSA) must be equipped with energy-efficient light bulbs and fixtures.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Official title
BRIGHT Act
Sponsor
Gary C. Peters (D-MI). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 25, 2021
- Passed the SenateMar 30, 2022
- Passed the HouseSep 14, 2022
- Sent to the PresidentOct 17, 2022
- Became lawOct 17, 2022
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 117-202. (Oct 17, 2022)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
House · Sep 14, 2022 · Passed347–78
Every roll call vote on this bill
- BRIGHT ActHouse · Sep 14, 2022
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