H.R.1453 - Clean Energy Demonstration Transparency Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 1453, the Clean Energy Demonstration Transparency Act of 2025, aims to enhance transparency in clean energy demonstration projects funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. It mandates the Secretary to provide regular reports to specific congressional committees and make these reports publicly available online. These reports must include details on contracts, milestones, and any modifications to project scope, schedule, or budget.
Expected Effects
The Act will likely increase public oversight of clean energy projects. This increased transparency could lead to better project management and accountability. It may also help ensure that taxpayer money is spent effectively on clean energy initiatives.
Potential Benefits
- Increased transparency in government spending on clean energy projects.
- Improved accountability for project managers and award recipients.
- Better public understanding of the progress and challenges of clean energy demonstrations.
- Potential for more efficient use of resources due to increased scrutiny.
- Enhanced public trust in government-funded clean energy initiatives.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Increased administrative burden on the Secretary and the Department.
- Potential delays in project implementation due to reporting requirements.
- Risk of misinterpretation or misuse of publicly available project data.
- Possible chilling effect on innovation if award recipients fear public criticism.
- Duplication of reporting efforts if synchronization with other reports is not effective.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act aligns with the principle of government transparency and accountability, which is implicitly supported by the Constitution. Article I, Section 9, Clause 7, which requires a regular Statement and Account of the Receipts and Expenditures of all public Money, suggests a constitutional basis for transparency in government spending. The Act does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).