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SB3489: Energy Circuit Riders Act

: Jeanne Shaheen (D-US) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Dec 13, 2023
Energy
Bill ProgressIntroduced
  1. 1Introduced (current step)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Summary

A bill to amend the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to establish an energy circuit rider program to disseminate technical and other assistance to rural communities to support energy efficiency and clean energy projects that save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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This bill would create a program called 'energy circuit riders' to help rural communities with energy efficiency and clean energy projects. Circuit riders are traveling experts who visit communities to provide technical advice and support. The program aims to reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions in rural areas. It amends the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act, which governs rural development programs. The bill is currently in the introduction stage and has not yet been assigned to a .

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