H.R. 1311 · 117th Congress
Energy Diplomacy Act
- Stage
- Reported from committee
- Sponsor
- August Pfluger
- Introduced
- 2021-02-24
- Latest action
- 2021-09-30 · Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Summary
Energy Diplomacy Act
This bill authorizes the Department of State to establish an Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources.
If the State Department establishes this position, it must ensure there are sufficient personnel dedicated to handling energy-related issues, such as (1) formulating policies to advance U.S. energy security interests, (2) providing analysis of the national security implications of global energy and environmental developments, and (3) coordinating energy-related activities with other federal agencies.