H.R. 2023 · 116th Congress
Protect European Energy Security Act
- Stage
- Reported from committee
- Sponsor
- Denny Heck
- Introduced
- 2019-04-02
- Latest action
- 2019-05-22 · Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Summary
Protect European Energy Security Act
This bill requires the submission of certain reports to Congress related to Russia's construction of two natural gas pipelines, the Nord Stream 2 and Turk Stream.The Department of State shall report on (1) its efforts to promote energy security in Ukraine and the European Union and decrease their dependence on Russian energy sources, (2) its diplomatic efforts to oppose the pipelines, and (3) an estimate of European demand for natural gas from 2019 through 2023.
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence shall report on the impact of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline on (1) U.S. interests and security objectives; (2) European energy security and defense posture; (3) Russian influence in Europe; and (4) Ukraine, including the impact of reductions in transit fees due to the pipeline.