The House Science, Space and Technology Committee passed legislation Tuesday that would support new federal collaboration with private entities to study and improve pipeline infrastructure.
The “Next Generation Pipelines Research and Development Act,” H.R. 2613, from Reps. Randy Weber (R-Texas) and Deborah Ross (D-N.C.), would authorize close to $250 million. The bill cleared the panel in a unanimous voice vote.
“This bill demonstrates that Republicans and Democrats can set aside our differences and promote meaningful legislation that enhances our leadership and energy research capabilities, and ensures a strong and safe return on the investment of American taxpayers,” said Weber.
The legislation would specifically require the Department of Energy to work with the Pipelines and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration and other agencies to establish the so-called Advanced Pipeline Materials and Technologies Demonstration Initiative.
