r/title-42-THE-PUBLIC-HEALTH-AND-WELFARE wiki — defined terms
The statute’s own glossary: every term Title 42 defines, in section order.
“near-Earth space” applies throughout its chapter
The term “near-Earth space” means the region of space that includes low-Earth orbit and extends out to and includes geo-synchronous orbit. (8) NOAA
“NOAA” applies throughout its chapter
The term “NOAA” means the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. (9) OSTP
“OSTP” applies throughout its chapter
The term “OSTP” means the Office of Science and Technology Policy. (10) Space Launch System
“Space Launch System” applies throughout its chapter
The term “Space Launch System” means the follow-on government-owned civil launch system developed, managed, and operated by NASA to serve as a key component to expand human presence beyond low-Earth orbit.
“commercial provider” applies in that section
The term “commercial provider” means any person providing human space flight transportation services, primary control of which is held by persons other than the Federal Government, a State or local government, or a foreign government. (B) Qualified foreign entity
“qualified foreign entity” applies in that section
The term “qualified foreign entity” means a foreign entity that is in compliance with all applicable safety standards and is not prohibited from providing space transportation services under other law. (C) United States commercial provider
“United States commercial provider” applies in that section
The term “United States commercial provider” means a commercial provider, organized under the laws of the United States or of a State, that is more than 50 percent owned by United States nationals. (3) Arrangements with foreign entities Nothing in this subsection shall prevent the Administrator from negotiating or entering into human space flight transportation arrangements with foreign entities to ensure safety of flight and continued ISS operations.
“information infrastructure” applies in that section
the term “information infrastructure” means the underlying framework that information systems and assets rely on to process, transmit, receive, or store information electronically, including programmable electronic devices and communications networks and any associated hardware, software, or data.
“Federal public benefit” applies in that section
The term “Federal public benefit” means— (A) any grant, contract, loan, professional license, or commercial license provided by an agency of the United States or by appropriated funds of the United States; and (B) any retirement, welfare, health, disability, public or assisted housing, postsecondary education, food assistance, unemployment benefit, or any other similar benefit for which payments or assistance are provided to an individual, household, or family eligibility unit by an agency of the United States or by appropriated funds of the United States. (2) State eugenics compensation program
“State eugenics compensation program” applies in that section
The term “State eugenics compensation program” means a program established by State law that is intended to compensate individuals who were sterilized under the authority of the State.
“Department” applies throughout its chapter
The term “Department” means the Department of Energy. (2) Director
“Director” applies throughout its chapter
The term “Director” means the Director of the Office of Science of the Department, except as otherwise indicated. (3) National Laboratory
“National Laboratory” applies throughout its chapter
The term “National Laboratory” has the meaning given that term in section 15801 of this title . (4) Secretary
“Secretary” applies throughout its chapter
The term “Secretary” means the Secretary of Energy.
“advanced energy technology” applies in that section
The term “advanced energy technology” means— (A) an innovative technology— (i) that produces energy from solar, wind, geothermal, biomass, tidal, wave, ocean, or other renewable energy resources; (ii) that produces nuclear energy; (iii) for carbon capture and sequestration; (iv) that enables advanced vehicles, vehicle components, and related technologies that result in significant energy savings; (v) that generates, transmits, distributes, uses, or stores energy more efficiently than conventional technologies, including through Smart Grid technologies; or (vi) that enhances the energy independence and security of the United States by enabling improved or expanded supply and production of …
“Hub” applies in that section
The term “Hub” means an Energy Innovation Hub established under this section. (B) Inclusion
“qualifying entity” applies in that section
The term “qualifying entity” means— (A) an institution of higher education; (B) an appropriate State or Federal entity, including a federally funded research and development center of the Department; (C) a nongovernmental organization with expertise in advanced energy technology research, development, demonstration, or commercial application; or (D) any other relevant entity the Secretary determines appropriate.
“flux” applies in that section
The term “flux” means the rate of flow of photons. (ii) Hard x-ray
“hard x-ray” applies in that section
The term “hard x-ray” means a photon with energy greater than 20 kiloelectron volts. (B) Upgrade The Secretary shall provide for the upgrade to the Advanced Photon Source described in the publication approved by the Basic Energy Sciences Advisory Committee on June 9, 2016 , entitled “Report on Facility Upgrades”, including the development of a multibend achromat lattice to produce a high flux of coherent x-rays within the hard x-ray energy region and a suite of beamlines optimized for this source.
“high repetition rate” applies in that section
The term “high repetition rate” means the delivery of x-ray pulses up to 1,000,000 pulses per second. (iii) Ultra-short pulse The term “ultra-short pulse”, with respect to an x-ray, means that the x-ray has bursts capable of durations of less than 100 femtoseconds.
“proton power upgrade” applies in that section
the term “proton power upgrade” means the Spallation Neutron Source power upgrade described in— (i) the publication entitled “Facilities for the Future of Science: A Twenty-Year Outlook”, published by the Office of Science of the Department in December, 2003; (ii) the publication entitled “Four Years Later: An Interim Report on Facilities for the Future of Science: A Twenty-Year Outlook”, published by the Office of Science of the Department in August, 2007; and (iii) the publication approved by the Basic Energy Sciences Advisory Committee on June 9, 2016 , entitled “Report on Facility Upgrades”.
“second target station” applies in that section
the term “second target station” means the Spallation Neutron Source second target station described in— (i) the publication entitled, “Facilities for the Future of Science: A Twenty-Year Outlook”, published by the Office of Science of the Department in December, 2003; (ii) the publication entitled, “Four Years Later: An Interim Report on Facilities for the Future of Science: A Twenty-Year Outlook”, published by the Office of Science of the Department in August, 2007; and (iii) the publication approved by the Basic Energy Sciences Advisory Committee on June 9, 2016 , entitled “Report on Facility Upgrades”.
“soft x-ray” applies in that section
The term “soft x-ray” means a photon with energy in the range from 50 to 2,000 electron volts. (B) Upgrade The Secretary shall provide for the upgrade to the Advanced Light Source described in the publication approved by the Basic Energy Sciences Advisory Committee on June 9, 2016 , entitled “Report on Facility Upgrades”, including the development of a multibend achromat lattice to produce a high flux of coherent x-rays within the soft x-ray energy region. (C) Start of operations The Secretary shall, subject to the availability of appropriations, ensure that the start of full operations of the upgrade under this paragraph occurs before September 30, 2029 .
“advanced biofuel” applies in that section
The term “advanced biofuel” has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of title 7 . (2) Bioenergy
“bioenergy” applies in that section
The term “bioenergy” means energy derived from biofuels. (3) Biomass
“biomass” applies in that section
The term “biomass” has the meaning given the term in section 15852(b) of this title . (4) Bioproduct
“bioproduct” applies in that section
The term “bioproduct” has the meaning given the term “biobased product” in section 8101 of title 7 .
“low dose-rate radiation” applies in that section
The term “low dose-rate radiation” means a radiation dose rate of less than 5 millisieverts per hour. (6) Rule of construction Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to subject any research carried out by the Secretary for the program under this subsection to any limitations described in section 16317(e) of this title .
“low-dose radiation” applies in that section
The term “low-dose radiation” means a radiation dose of less than 100 millisieverts. (B) Low dose-rate radiation
“critical radioactive and stable isotope” applies in that section
the term “critical radioactive and stable isotope” means a radioactive and stable isotope— (A) the domestic commercial production of which is unavailable or inadequate to satisfy the demand of research, medical, industrial, or related industries in the United States; and (B) the supply of which is augmented through— (i) Department production; or (ii) foreign suppliers. (2) Exclusion In this section, the term “critical radioactive and stable isotope” does not include the medical isotope molybdenum-99, the production and supply of which is addressed in the American Medical Isotopes Production Act of 2012 ( Public Law 112–239 ; 126 Stat. 2211 ) (including the amendments made by that Act).
“Department” applies in that section
The term “Department” means the Department of Energy. (2) Indian Tribe
“Indian Tribe” applies in that section
The term “Indian Tribe” has the meaning given the term in section 5304 of title 25 . (3) Secretary
“Secretary” applies in that section
The term “Secretary” means the Secretary of Energy.
“disruptive event” applies in that section
The term “disruptive event” means an event in which operations of the electric grid are disrupted, preventively shut off, or cannot operate safely due to extreme weather, wildfire, or a natural disaster. (2) Eligible entity
“eligible entity” applies in that section
The term “eligible entity” means— (A) an electric grid operator; (B) an electricity storage operator; (C) an electricity generator; (D) a transmission owner or operator; (E) a distribution provider; (F) a fuel supplier; and (G) any other relevant entity, as determined by the Secretary. (3) Natural disaster
“natural disaster” applies in that section
The term “natural disaster” has the meaning given the term in section 5195a(a) of this title . (4) Power line
“power line” applies in that section
The term “power line” includes a transmission line or a distribution line, as applicable. (5) Program
“program” applies in that section
The term “program” means the program established under subsection (b). (b) Establishment of program Not later than 180 days after November 15, 2021 , the Secretary shall establish a program under which the Secretary shall make grants to eligible entities, States, and Indian Tribes in accordance with this section.
“eligible entity” applies in that section
The term “eligible entity” means each of— (i) a State; (ii) a combination of 2 or more States; (iii) an Indian Tribe; (iv) a unit of local government; and (v) a public utility commission. (B) Program
“Federal financial assistance” applies in that section
the term “Federal financial assistance” has the meaning given the term in section 200.1 of title 2, Code of Federal Regulations. (b) Energy infrastructure Federal financial assistance program (1) Definitions In this subsection: (A) Eligible entity
“program” applies in that section
The term “program” means the competitive Federal financial assistance program established under paragraph (2). (2) Establishment Not later than 180 days after November 15, 2021 , the Secretary shall establish a program, to be known as the “Program Upgrading Our Electric Grid and Ensuring Reliability and Resiliency”, to provide, on a competitive basis, Federal financial assistance to eligible entities to carry out the purpose described in paragraph (3).
“rural or remote area” applies in that section
the term “rural or remote area” means a city, town, or unincorporated area that has a population of not more than 10,000 inhabitants. (2) Required activities The Secretary shall carry out activities to improve in rural or remote areas of the United States— (A) the resilience, safety, reliability, and availability of energy; and (B) environmental protection from adverse impacts of energy generation.
“capacity contract” applies in that section
The term “capacity contract” means a contract entered into by the Secretary and an eligible entity under subsection (e)(1)(A) for the right to the use of the transmission capacity of an eligible project. (2) Eligible electric power transmission line
“eligible electric power transmission line” applies in that section
The term “eligible electric power transmission line” means an electric power transmission line that is capable of transmitting not less than— (A) 1,000 megawatts; or (B) in the case of a project that consists of upgrading an existing transmission line or constructing a new transmission line in an existing transmission, transportation, or telecommunications infrastructure corridor, 500 megawatts. (3) Eligible entity
“eligible entity” applies in that section
The term “eligible entity” means an entity seeking to carry out an eligible project. (4) Eligible project
“eligible project” applies in that section
The term “eligible project” means a project (including any related facility)— (A) to construct a new or replace an existing eligible electric power transmission line; (B) to increase the transmission capacity of an existing eligible electric power transmission line; or (C) to connect an isolated microgrid to an existing transmission, transportation, or telecommunications infrastructure corridor located in Alaska, Hawaii, or a territory of the United States. (5) Fund
“Fund” applies in that section
The term “Fund” means the Transmission Facilitation Fund established by subsection (d)(1). (6) Program
“program” applies in that section
The term “program” means the Transmission Facilitation Program established by subsection (b). (7) Related facility (A) In general
“related facility” applies in that section
The term “related facility” means a facility related to an eligible project described in paragraph (4). (B) Exclusions The term “related facility” does not include— (i) facilities used primarily to generate electric energy; or (ii) facilities used in the local distribution of electric energy. (b) Establishment There is established a program, to be known as the “Transmission Facilitation Program”, under which the Secretary shall facilitate the construction of electric power transmission lines and related facilities in accordance with subsection (e).
“direct loan” applies in that section
the term “direct loan” has the meaning given the term in section 661a of title 2 .
“covered transmission project” applies in that section
The term “covered transmission project” means a high-voltage interstate or offshore electricity transmission line— (A) that is proposed to be constructed and to operate— (i) at a minimum of 275 kilovolts of either alternating-current or direct-current electric energy by an entity; or (ii) offshore and at a minimum of 200 kilovolts of either alternating-current or direct-current electric energy by an entity; and (B) for which such entity has applied, or informed a siting authority of such entity’s intent to apply, for regulatory approval. (2) Siting authority
“siting authority” applies in that section
The term “siting authority” means a State, local, or Tribal governmental entity with authority to make a final determination regarding the siting, permitting, or regulatory status of a covered transmission project that is proposed to be located in an area under the jurisdiction of the entity.
“bulk-power system” applies in that section
The term “bulk-power system” has the meaning given the term in section 824 o (a) of title 16. (2) Program
“program” applies in that section
The term “program” means the voluntary Energy Cyber Sense program established under subsection (b). (b) Establishment The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of Homeland Security and in consultation with the heads of other relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Energy Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the energy sector, including in the bulk-power system.
“advanced cybersecurity technology” applies in that section
The term “advanced cybersecurity technology” means any technology, operational capability, or service, including computer hardware, software, or a related asset, that enhances the security posture of electric utilities through improvements in the ability to protect against, detect, respond to, or recover from a cybersecurity threat (as defined in section 650 of title 6 ). (2) Bulk-power system
“bulk-power system” applies in that section
The term “bulk-power system” has the meaning given the term in section 824 o (a) of title 16. (3) Eligible entity
“eligible entity” applies in that section
The term “eligible entity” means— (A) a rural electric cooperative; (B) a utility owned by a political subdivision of a State, such as a municipally owned electric utility; (C) a utility owned by any agency, authority, corporation, or instrumentality of 1 or more political subdivisions of a State; (D) a not-for-profit entity that is in a partnership with not fewer than 6 entities described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C); and (E) an investor-owned electric utility that sells less than 4,000,000 megawatt hours of electricity per year. (4) Program
“Program” applies in that section
The term “Program” means the Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program established under subsection (b). (b) Establishment Not later than 180 days after November 15, 2021 , the Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of Homeland Security and in consultation with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, and the Electricity Subsector Coordinating Council, shall establish a program, to be known as the “Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program”, to provide grants and technical assistance to, and enter into cooperative agreements with, …
“E-ISAC” applies in that section
The term “E-ISAC” means the Electricity Information Sharing and Analysis Center. (b) Cybersecurity for the energy sector research, development, and demonstration program (1) In general The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of Homeland Security and in consultation with, as determined appropriate, other Federal agencies, the energy sector, the States, Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, territories or freely associated states, and other stakeholders, shall develop and carry out a program— (A) to develop advanced cybersecurity applications and technologies for the energy sector— (i) to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities, including— (I) dependencies on other critical …
“electric utility” applies in that section
The term “electric utility” has the meaning given the term in section 796 of title 16 . (2) E-ISAC
“Administrator” applies in that section
The term “Administrator” means the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. (B) Battery
“advanced battery” applies in that section
The term “advanced battery” means a battery that consists of a battery cell that can be integrated into a module, pack, or system to be used in energy storage applications, including electric vehicles and the electric grid. (2) Advanced battery component (A) In general
“advanced battery component” applies in that section
The term “advanced battery component” means a component of an advanced battery. (B) Inclusions
“battery” applies in that section
The term “battery” means a device that— (i) consists of 1 or more electrochemical cells that are electrically connected; and (ii) is designed to store and deliver electric energy. (C) Battery producer
“battery material” applies in that section
The term “battery material” means the raw and processed form of a mineral, metal, chemical, or other material used in an advanced battery component. (4) Eligible entity
“battery producer” applies in that section
The term “battery producer” means, with respect to a covered battery or covered battery-containing product that is sold, offered for sale, or distributed for sale in the United States, including through retail, wholesale, business-to-business, and online sale, the following applicable entity: (i) A person who— (I) manufactures the covered battery or covered battery-containing product; and (II) sells or offers for sale the covered battery or covered battery-containing product under the brand of that person.
“covered battery” applies in that section
The term “covered battery” means a new or unused primary battery or rechargeable battery. (E) Covered battery-containing product
“covered battery-containing product” applies in that section
The term “covered battery-containing product” means a new or unused product that contains or is packaged with a primary battery or rechargeable battery. (F) Critical mineral
“critical mineral” applies in that section
The term “critical mineral” has the meaning given the term in section 1606(a) of title 30 . (G) Primary battery
“eligible entity” applies in that section
The term “eligible entity” means an entity described in any of paragraphs (1) through (5) of section 16353(b) of this title . (5) Foreign entity of concern
“foreign entity of concern” applies in that section
The term “foreign entity of concern” means a foreign entity that is— (A) designated as a foreign terrorist organization by the Secretary of State under section 1189(a) of title 8 ; (B) included on the list of specially designated nationals and blocked persons maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury (commonly known as the “SDN list”); (C) owned by, controlled by, or subject to the jurisdiction or direction of a government of a foreign country that is a covered nation (as defined in section 2533c(d) 1 of title 10); (D) alleged by the Attorney General to have been involved in activities for which a conviction was obtained under— (i) chapter 37 of …
“primary battery” applies in that section
The term “primary battery” means a nonrechargeable battery that weighs not more than 4.4 pounds, including an alkaline, carbon-zinc, and lithium metal battery. (H) Rechargeable battery (i) In general
“rechargeable battery” applies in that section
The term “rechargeable battery” means a battery that— (I) contains 1 or more voltaic or galvanic cells that are electrically connected to produce electric energy; (II) is designed to be recharged; (III) weighs not more than 11 pounds; and (IV) has a watt-hour rating of not more than 300 watt-hours. (ii) Exclusions The term “rechargeable battery” does not include a battery that— (I) contains electrolyte as a free liquid; or (II) employs lead-acid technology, unless that battery is sealed and does not contain electrolyte as a free liquid. (I) Recycling
“recycling” applies in that section
The term “recycling” means the recovery of materials from advanced batteries to be reused in similar applications, including the extracting, processing, and recoating of battery materials and advanced battery components. (b) Battery material processing grants (1) In general Not later than 180 days after November 15, 2021 , the Secretary shall establish within the Office of Fossil Energy a program, to be known as the “Battery Material Processing Grant Program” (referred to in this subsection as the “program”), under which the Secretary shall award grants in accordance with this subsection.
“advanced energy property” applies in that section
The term “advanced energy property” means— (A) property designed to be used to produce energy from the sun, water, wind, geothermal or hydrothermal (as those terms are defined in section 17191 of this title ) resources, enhanced geothermal systems (as defined in that section), or other renewable resources; (B) fuel cells, microturbines, or energy storage systems and components; (C) electric grid modernization equipment or components; (D) property designed to capture, remove, use, or sequester carbon oxide emissions; (E) equipment designed to refine, electrolyze, or blend any fuel, chemical, or product that is— (i) renewable; or (ii) low-carbon and low-emission; (F) property designed to …
“covered census tract” applies in that section
The term “covered census tract” means a census tract— (A) in which, after December 31, 1999 , a coal mine had closed; (B) in which, after December 31, 2009 , a coal-fired electricity generating unit had been retired; or (C) that is immediately adjacent to a census tract described in subparagraph (A) or (B). (3) Eligible entity
“eligible entity” applies in that section
The term “eligible entity” means a manufacturing firm— (A) the gross annual sales of which are less than $100,000,000; (B) that has fewer than 500 employees at the plant site of the manufacturing firm; and (C) the annual energy bills of which total more than $100,000 but less than $2,500,000. (4) Minority-owned The term “minority-owned”, with respect to an eligible entity, means an eligible entity not less than 51 percent of which is owned by 1 or more individuals who are— (A) citizens of the United States; and (B) Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, African American, Hispanic, Puerto Rican, Native American, or Alaska Native. (5) Program
“Program” applies in that section
The term “Program” means the grant program established under subsection (b). (6) Qualifying advanced energy project
“qualifying advanced energy project” applies in that section
The term “qualifying advanced energy project” means a project that— (A) (i) re-equips, expands, or establishes a manufacturing or recycling facility for the production or recycling, as applicable, of advanced energy property; or (ii) re-equips an industrial or manufacturing facility with equipment designed to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions of that facility substantially below the greenhouse gas emissions under current best practices, as determined by the Secretary, through the installation of— (I) low- or zero-carbon process heat systems; (II) carbon capture, transport, utilization, and storage systems; (III) technology relating to energy efficiency and reduction in waste from …
“critical mineral” applies in that section
The term “critical mineral” has the meaning given the term in section 1606(a) of title 30 . (2) Critical minerals and metals
“critical minerals and metals” applies in that section
The term “critical minerals and metals” includes any host mineral of a critical mineral. (3) Director
“Director” applies in that section
The term “Director” means the Director of the Foundation. (4) End-to-end The term “end-to-end”, with respect to the integration of mining or life cycle of minerals, means the integrated approach of, or the lifecycle determined by, examining the research and developmental process from the mining of the raw minerals to its processing into useful materials, its integration into components and devices, the utilization of such devices in the end-use application to satisfy certain performance metrics, and the recycling or disposal of such devices. (5) Foreign entity of concern
“foreign entity of concern” applies in that section
The term “foreign entity of concern” means a foreign entity that is— (A) designated as a foreign terrorist organization by the Secretary of State under section 1189(a) of title 8 ; (B) included on the list of specially designated nationals and blocked persons maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury (commonly known as the SDN list); (C) owned by, controlled by, or subject to the jurisdiction or direction of a government of a foreign country that is a covered nation (as defined in section 2533c(d) 1 of title 10); (D) alleged by the Attorney General to have been involved in activities for which a conviction was obtained under— (i) chapter 37 of …
“Foundation” applies in that section
The term “Foundation” means the National Science Foundation. (7) Institution of higher education
“institution of higher education” applies in that section
The term “institution of higher education” has the meaning given the term in section 1001 of title 20 . (8) National Laboratory
“National Laboratory” applies in that section
The term “National Laboratory” has the meaning given the term in section 15801 of this title . (9) Recycling
“recycling” applies in that section
The term “recycling” means the process of collecting and processing spent materials and devices and turning the materials and devices into raw materials or components that can be reused either partially or completely. (10) Secondary recovery
“secondary recovery” applies in that section
The term “secondary recovery” means the recovery of critical minerals and metals from discarded end-use products or from waste products produced during the metal refining and manufacturing process, including from mine waste piles, acid mine drainage sludge, or byproducts produced through legacy mining and metallurgy activities.
“advanced nuclear reactor” applies in that section
The term “advanced nuclear reactor” has the meaning given the term in section 16271(b) of this title . (2) Isolated community
“isolated community” applies in that section
The term “isolated community” has the meaning given the term in section 17392(a) of this title . (3) Micro-reactor
“micro-reactor” applies in that section
The term “micro-reactor” means an advanced nuclear reactor that has an electric power production capacity that is not greater than 50 megawatts. (4) National Laboratory
“National Laboratory” applies in that section
The term “National Laboratory” has the meaning given the term in section 15801 of this title . (5) Small modular reactor
“small modular reactor” applies in that section
The term “small modular reactor” means an advanced nuclear reactor— (A) with a rated capacity of less than 300 electrical megawatts; and (B) that can be constructed and operated in combination with similar reactors at a single site. (b) Report Not later than 180 days after November 15, 2021 , the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report that describes how the Department could enhance energy resilience and reduce carbon emissions with the use of micro-reactors and small modular reactors.
“advanced nuclear reactor” applies in that section
The term “advanced nuclear reactor” has the meaning given the term in section 16271(b) of this title . (B) Property interest (i) In general Except as provided in clause (ii),
“property interest” applies in that section
the term “property interest” means any interest in real property or personal property (as those terms are defined in section 200.1 of title 2, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on November 15, 2021 )). (ii) Exclusion The term “property interest” does not include any interest in intellectual property developed using funding provided under a project described in paragraph (3). (2) Assignment of property interests The Secretary may assign to any entity, including the United States, fee title or any other property interest acquired by the Secretary under an agreement entered into with respect to a project described in paragraph (3).
“certified nuclear reactor” applies in that section
The term “certified nuclear reactor” means a nuclear reactor that— (A) competes in a competitive electricity market; and (B) is certified under subsection (c)(2)(A)(i) to submit a sealed bid in accordance with subsection (d). (2) Credit
“credit” applies in that section
The term “credit” means a credit allocated to a certified nuclear reactor under subsection (e)(2). (b) Establishment of program The Secretary shall establish a civil nuclear credit program— (1) to evaluate nuclear reactors that are projected to cease operations due to economic factors; and (2) to allocate credits to certified nuclear reactors that are selected under paragraph (1)(B) of subsection (e) to receive credits under paragraph (2) of that subsection.
“clean energy project” applies in that section
The term “clean energy project” means a project that demonstrates 1 or more of the following technologies: (A) Solar. (B) Micro-grids. (C) Geothermal. (D) Direct air capture. (E) Fossil-fueled electricity generation with carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration. (F) Energy storage, including pumped storage hydropower and compressed air storage. (G) Advanced nuclear technologies. (2) Economically distressed area
“economically distressed area” applies in that section
The term “economically distressed area” means an area described in section 3161(a) of this title . (3) Mine land
“mine land” applies in that section
The term “mine land” means— (A) land subject to titles IV and V of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 ( 30 U.S.C. 1231 et seq.; 30 U.S.C. 1251 et seq.); and (B) land that has been claimed or patented subject to sections 2319 through 2344 of the Revised Statutes (commonly known as the “Mining Law of 1872”) ( 30 U.S.C. 22 et seq.). (4) Program
“program” applies in that section
The term “program” means the demonstration program established under subsection (b). (b) Establishment The Secretary shall establish a program to demonstrate the technical and economic viability of carrying out clean energy projects on current and former mine land. (c) Selection of demonstration projects (1) In general In carrying out the program, the Secretary shall select not more than 5 clean energy projects, to be carried out in geographically diverse regions, at least 2 of which shall be solar projects.
“Administrator” applies throughout its subchapter
The term “Administrator” means the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration. (2) Annual Critical Minerals Outlook
“Annual Critical Minerals Outlook” applies throughout its subchapter
The term “Annual Critical Minerals Outlook” means the Annual Critical Minerals Outlook prepared under section 1606(j)(1)(B) of title 30 . (3) Critical mineral
“critical mineral” applies throughout its subchapter
The term “critical mineral” has the meaning given the term in section 1606(a) of title 30 . (4) Household energy burden
“household energy burden” applies throughout its subchapter
The term “household energy burden” means the quotient obtained by dividing— (A) the residential energy expenditures (as defined in section 440.3 of title 10, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on November 15, 2021 )) of the applicable household; by (B) the annual income of that household. (5) Household with a high energy burden
“household with a high energy burden” applies throughout its subchapter
The term “household with a high energy burden” has the meaning given the term in section 440.3 of title 10, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on November 15, 2021 ). (6) Large manufacturing facility
“large manufacturing facility” applies throughout its subchapter
The term “large manufacturing facility” means a manufacturing facility that— (A) annually consumes more than 35,000 megawatt-hours of electricity; or (B) has a peak power demand of more than 10 megawatts. (7) Load-serving entity
“load-serving entity” applies throughout its subchapter
The term “load-serving entity” has the meaning given the term in section 824q(a) of title 16 . (8) Miscellaneous electric load
“miscellaneous electric load” applies throughout its subchapter
The term “miscellaneous electric load” means electricity that— (A) is used by an appliance or device— (i) within a building; or (ii) to serve a building; and (B) is not used for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting, water heating, or refrigeration. (9) Regional Transmission Organization
“Regional Transmission Organization” applies throughout its subchapter
The term “Regional Transmission Organization” has the meaning given the term in section 796 of title 16 . (10) Rural area
“rural area” applies throughout its subchapter
The term “rural area” has the meaning given the term in section 918c(a) of title 7 .
“priority State” applies throughout its part
The term “priority State” means a State that— (A) is eligible for funding under the State Energy Program; and (B) (i) is among the 15 States with the highest annual per-capita combined residential and commercial sector energy consumption, as most recently reported by the Energy Information Administration; or (ii) is among the 15 States with the highest annual per-capita energy-related carbon dioxide emissions by State, as most recently reported by the Energy Information Administration. (2) Program
“program” applies throughout its part
The term “program” means the program established under section 18792(a) of this title . (3) State
“State” applies throughout its part
The term “State” means a State (as defined in section 6202 of this title ), acting through a State energy office. (4) State Energy Program
“State Energy Program” applies throughout its part
The term “State Energy Program” means the State Energy Program established under part D of title III of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act ( 42 U.S.C. 6321 et seq.).
“covered certification” applies in that section
The term “covered certification” means any of the following certifications: (A) The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers Building Energy Assessment Professional certification. (B) The Association of Energy Engineers Certified Energy Auditor certification. (C) The Building Performance Institute Home Energy Professional Energy Auditor certification. (D) The Residential Energy Services Network Home Energy Rater certification. (E) Any other third-party certification recognized by the Department. (F) Any third-party certification that the Secretary determines is equivalent to the certifications described in subparagraphs (A) through (E). (2) Eligible State
“eligible State” applies in that section
The term “eligible State” means a State that— (A) has a demonstrated need for assistance for training energy auditors; and (B) meets any additional criteria determined necessary by the Secretary. (b) Establishment Under the State Energy Program, the Secretary shall establish a competitive grant program under which the Secretary shall award grants to eligible States to train individuals to conduct energy audits or surveys of commercial and residential buildings.
“disadvantaged community” applies in that section
The term “disadvantaged community” means a community that the Secretary determines, based on appropriate data, indices, and screening tools, is economically, socially, or environmentally disadvantaged. (2) HOMES rebate program
“HOMES rebate program” applies in that section
The term “HOMES rebate program” means a Home Owner Managing Energy Savings rebate program established by a State energy office as part of an approved State energy conservation plan under the State Energy Program. (3) Low- or moderate-income household
“low- or moderate-income household” applies in that section
The term “low- or moderate-income household” means an individual or family the total annual income of which is less than 80 percent of the median income of the area in which the individual or family resides, as reported by the Department of Housing and Urban Development, including an individual or family that has demonstrated eligibility for another Federal program with income restrictions equal to or below 80 percent of area median income.
“eligible entity” applies in that section
The term “eligible entity” means— (A) a low- or moderate-income household; (B) an individual or entity that owns a multifamily building not less than 50 percent of the residents of which are low- or moderate-income households; and (C) a governmental, commercial, or nonprofit entity, as determined by the Secretary, carrying out a qualified electrification project on behalf of an entity described in subparagraph (A) or (B). (2) High-efficiency electric home rebate program
“high-efficiency electric home rebate program” applies in that section
The term “high-efficiency electric home rebate program” means a rebate program carried out by a State energy office or Indian Tribe pursuant to subsection (c) using a grant received under the program. (3) Indian Tribe
“Indian Tribe” applies in that section
The term “Indian Tribe” has the meaning given the term in section 5304 of title 25 . (4) Low- or moderate-income household
“low- or moderate-income household” applies in that section
The term “low- or moderate-income household” means an individual or family the total annual income of which is less than 150 percent of the median income of the area in which the individual or family resides, as reported by the Department of Housing and Urban Development, including an individual or family that has demonstrated eligibility for another Federal program with income restrictions equal to or below 150 percent of area median income. (5) Program
“program” applies in that section
The term “program” means the program carried out by the Secretary under subsection (a)(1). (6) Qualified electrification project (A) In general
“qualified electrification project” applies in that section
The term “qualified electrification project” means a project that— (i) includes the purchase and installation of— (I) an electric heat pump water heater; (II) an electric heat pump for space heating and cooling; (III) an electric stove, cooktop, range, or oven; (IV) an electric heat pump clothes dryer; (V) an electric load service center; (VI) insulation; (VII) air sealing and materials to improve ventilation; or (VIII) electric wiring; (ii) with respect to any appliance described in clause (i), the purchase of which is carried out— (I) as part of new construction; (II) to replace a nonelectric appliance; or (III) as a first-time purchase with respect to that appliance; and (iii) is carried …
“eligible entity” applies in that section
the term “eligible entity” means a nonprofit partnership that— (1) includes the equal participation of industry, including public or private employers, and labor organizations, including joint labor-management training programs; (2) may include workforce investment boards, community-based organizations, qualified service and conservation corps, educational institutions, small businesses, cooperatives, State and local veterans agencies, and veterans service organizations; and (3) demonstrates— (A) experience in implementing and operating worker skills training and education programs; (B) the ability to identify and involve in training programs carried out under this section, target …
“Administrator” applies in that section
The term “Administrator” means the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration. (2) Agreement
“Agreement” applies in that section
The term “Agreement” means the agreement entered into under subsection (b). (3) Survey
“Survey” applies in that section
The term “Survey” means the Commercial Building Energy Consumption Survey. (b) Authorization of Agreement Not later than 120 days after November 15, 2021 , the Administrator and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall sign, and submit to Congress, an information sharing agreement relating to commercial building energy consumption data.
“energy management system” applies throughout its part
The term “energy management system” means a business management process based on standards of the American National Standards Institute that enables an organization to follow a systematic approach in achieving continual improvement of energy performance, including energy efficiency, security, use, and consumption. (2) Industrial research and assessment center
“industrial research and assessment center” applies throughout its part
The term “industrial research and assessment center” means a center located at an institution of higher education, a trade school, a community college, or a union training program that— (A) receives funding from the Department; (B) provides an in-depth assessment of small- and medium-size manufacturer plant sites to evaluate the facilities, services, and manufacturing operations of the plant site; and (C) identifies opportunities for potential savings for small- and medium-size manufacturer plant sites from energy efficiency improvements, waste minimization, pollution prevention, and productivity improvement. (3) Information and communication technology
“information and communication technology” applies throughout its part
The term “information and communication technology” means any electronic system or equipment (including the content contained in the system or equipment) used to create, convert, communicate, or duplicate data or information, including computer hardware, firmware, software, communication protocols, networks, and data interfaces. (4) Institution of higher education
“institution of higher education” applies throughout its part
The term “institution of higher education” has the meaning given the term in section 1001(a) of title 20 . (5) North American Industry Classification System
“North American Industry Classification System” applies throughout its part
The term “North American Industry Classification System” means the standard used by Federal statistical agencies in classifying business establishments for the purpose of collecting, analyzing, and publishing statistical data relating to the business economy of the United States. (6) Small and medium manufacturers
“small and medium manufacturers” applies throughout its part
The term “small and medium manufacturers” means manufacturing firms— (A) classified in the North American Industry Classification System as any of sectors 31 through 33; (B) with gross annual sales of less than $100,000,000; (C) with fewer than 500 employees at the plant site; and (D) with annual energy bills totaling more than $100,000 and less than $3,500,000. (7) Smart manufacturing
“smart manufacturing” applies throughout its part
The term “smart manufacturing” means advanced technologies in information, automation, monitoring, computation, sensing, modeling, artificial intelligence, analytics, and networking that— (A) digitally— (i) simulate manufacturing production lines; (ii) operate computer-controlled manufacturing equipment; (iii) monitor and communicate production line status; and (iv) manage and optimize energy productivity and cost throughout production; (B) model, simulate, and optimize the energy efficiency of a factory building; (C) monitor and optimize building energy performance; (D) model, simulate, and optimize the design of energy efficient and sustainable products, including the use of digital …
“alternative fueled vehicle” applies in that section
The term “alternative fueled vehicle” has the meaning given the term in section 13211 of this title . (2) Alternative fueled vehicle infrastructure
“alternative fueled vehicle infrastructure” applies in that section
The term “alternative fueled vehicle infrastructure” means infrastructure used to charge or fuel an alternative fueled vehicle. (3) Eligible entity
“eligible entity” applies in that section
The term “eligible entity” means a consortium of— (A) 1 local educational agency; and (B) 1 or more— (i) schools; (ii) nonprofit organizations that have the knowledge and capacity to partner and assist with energy improvements; (iii) for-profit organizations that have the knowledge and capacity to partner and assist with energy improvements; or (iv) community partners that have the knowledge and capacity to partner and assist with energy improvements. (4) Energy improvement
“energy improvement” applies in that section
The term “energy improvement” means— (A) any improvement, repair, or renovation to a school that results in a direct reduction in school energy costs, including improvements to the envelope, air conditioning system, ventilation system, heating system, domestic hot water heating system, compressed air system, distribution system, lighting system, power system, and controls of a building; (B) any improvement, repair, or renovation to, or installation in, a school that— (i) leads to an improvement in teacher and student health, including indoor air quality; and (ii) achieves energy savings; (C) any improvement, repair, or renovation to a school involving the installation of renewable energy …
“high school” applies in that section
The term “high school” has the meaning given the term in section 7801 of title 20 . (6) Local educational agency
“local educational agency” applies in that section
The term “local educational agency” has the meaning given the term in section 7801 of title 20 . (7) Nonprofit organization
“nonprofit organization” applies in that section
The term “nonprofit organization” means— (A) an organization described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and exempt from tax under section 501(a) of such Code; or (B) a mutual or cooperative electric company described in section 501(c)(12) of such Code. (8) Partnering local educational agency The term “partnering local educational agency”, with respect to an eligible entity, means the local educational agency participating in the consortium of the eligible entity. (b) Grants The Secretary shall award competitive grants to eligible entities to make energy improvements in accordance with this section.
“applicant” applies in that section
The term “applicant” means a nonprofit organization that applies for a grant under this section. (2) Energy-efficiency material (A) In general
“energy-efficiency material” applies in that section
The term “energy-efficiency material” means a material (including a product, equipment, or system) the installation of which results in a reduction in use by a nonprofit organization of energy or fuel. (B) Inclusions
“nonprofit building” applies in that section
The term “nonprofit building” means a building operated and owned by an organization that is described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and exempt from tax under section 501(a) of such Code. (b) Establishment Not later than 1 year after November 15, 2021 , the Secretary shall establish a pilot program to award grants for the purpose of providing nonprofit buildings with energy-efficiency materials. (c) Grants (1) In general The Secretary may award grants under the program established under subsection (b).
“additional services” applies in that section
The term “additional services” means the provision of supplementary power, backup or standby power, maintenance power, or interruptible power to an electric consumer by an electric utility. (2) Waste heat to power system
“combined heat and power system” applies in that section
The terms “combined heat and power system” and “waste energy” have the meanings given those terms in section 6341 of this title . (b) Review (1) In general Not later than 180 days after November 15, 2021 , the Secretary, in consultation with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and other appropriate entities, shall review existing rules and procedures relating to interconnection service and additional services throughout the United States for electric generation with nameplate capacity up to 150 megawatts connecting at either distribution or transmission voltage levels to identify barriers to the deployment of combined heat and power systems and waste heat to power systems.
“electric consumer” applies in that section
The terms “electric consumer”, “electric utility”, “interconnection service”, “nonregulated electric utility”, and “State regulatory authority” have the meanings given those terms in the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 ( 16 U.S.C. 2601 et seq.), within the meaning of title I of that Act ( 16 U.S.C. 2611 et seq.). (B) EPCA