H.R.1326 - DOE and USDA Interagency Research Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.1326, the "DOE and USDA Interagency Research Act," aims to foster collaboration between the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA). It directs the Secretaries of Energy and Agriculture to conduct joint research and development activities. The goal is to advance shared mission requirements and priorities through a memorandum of understanding or similar agreement.
Expected Effects
This act will likely lead to increased research collaboration between the DOE and USDA. It will focus on areas like modeling, simulation, agricultural science, bioenergy, and grid modernization. The act also mandates a report to Congress detailing the interagency coordination and research achievements.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced research and development in agriculture and energy sectors.
- Improved efficiency in agricultural operations and processing.
- Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural activities.
- Development of diverse and sustainable energy sources.
- Advancement of rural technology and precision agriculture.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for bureaucratic inefficiencies in interagency collaboration.
- Risk of research funding being misdirected or wasted.
- Possible duplication of efforts if coordination is not effective.
- Limited immediate impact; benefits are primarily long-term.
- Dependence on the effectiveness of the memorandum of understanding.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act aligns with the Constitution's general welfare clause (Preamble). It promotes scientific advancement and resource management, which can be argued as contributing to the overall well-being of the nation. 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).