H.R. 6759 · 110th Congress
Renew Through Green Jobs Act of 2008
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Zack Space
- Introduced
- 2008-07-31
- Latest action
- 2008-07-31 · Introduced in House
Summary
Renew Through Green Jobs Act of 2008 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to eliminate the requirement that certain renewable energy production facilities be placed in service before 2009 to qualify for the renewable electricity production credit.
Directs the Secretary of Labor to award grants to institutions of higher education for sustainability workforce training and education in industries and practices, such as: (1) alternative energy; (2) green construction, retrofitting, and design; (3) green chemistry, nanotechnology, or technology; (4) water and energy conservation; (5) recycling and waste reduction; and (6) sustainable agricultural and culinary practices.