HR 2763

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To enhance research, development, demonstration, and commercial application of biofuels related technologies, and for other purposes.
Sponsor: Nickolas Lampson (D) TX
 
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6/18/2007--Introduced.Biofuels Research and Development Enhancement Act - Directs the Secretary of Energy to establish an information center on research, development, and commercial application of technologies related to biofuels and biorefineries, including: (1) biochemical and thermochemical conversion technologies to make fuels from lignocellulosic feedstocks; (2) biotechnology processes that emphasize enzyme-based processing systems; and (3) other advanced processes and technologies that will enable biofuel development. Amends the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to instruct the Secretary to implement a research, development, and demonstration program relating to: (1) existing transportation fuel distribution infrastructure and new alternative distribution infrastructure, focusing on the physical and chemical properties of biofuels and prevention of or mitigation against certain adverse impacts; (2) bioresearch centers located in Petroleum Administration for Defense Districts, with a focus on biofuels; and (3) increased energy efficiency and reduced energy consumption in biorefinery facilities. Directs the Secretary to make grants for research, development, demonstration, and commercial application of biofuel production technologies in states with low rates of ethanol production and of cellulosic biomass ethanol. Requires the Secretary to study and report to Congress on: (1) research and development challenges in increasing to 5% biodiesel fuel sold in the United States; (2) the feasibility of increasing domestic consumption of ethanol-blended gasoline with specified levels of ethanol; (3) whether optimizing flexible fueled vehicles to use E-85 fuel would increase their fuel efficiency; and (4) the effects of biodiesel upon engine durability.
 
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HR 2763 IH

111th CONGRESS

1st Session

H. R. 2763

For the relief of Llesh Miraj, Enkeleda Miraj, Michaela Miraj, Vanessa Miraj, and Sabrina Miraj.

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

June 8, 2009

Mr. CROWLEY introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary


A BILL

For the relief of Llesh Miraj, Enkeleda Miraj, Michaela Miraj, Vanessa Miraj, and Sabrina Miraj.

    Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. PERMANENT RESIDENT STATUS FOR LLESH MIRAJ, ENKELEDA MIRAJ, MICHAELA MIRAJ, VANESSA MIRAJ, AND SABRINA MIRAJ.

    (a) In General- Notwithstanding subsections (a) and (b) of section 201 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, Llesh Miraj, Enkeleda Miraj, Michaela Miraj, Vanessa Miraj, and Sabrina Miraj shall each be eligible for issuance of an immigrant visa or for adjustment of status to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence upon filing an application for issuance of an immigrant visa under section 204 of such Act or for adjustment of status to lawful permanent resident.

    (b) Adjustment of Status- If Llesh Miraj, Enkeleda Miraj, Michaela Miraj, Vanessa Miraj, or Sabrina Miraj enters the United States before the filing deadline specified in subsection (c), he or she shall be considered to have entered and remained lawfully and shall, if otherwise eligible, be eligible for adjustment of status under section 245 of the Immigration and Nationality Act as of the date of the enactment of this Act.

    (c) Deadline for Application and Payment of Fees- Subsections (a) and (b) shall apply only if the application for issuance of an immigrant visa or the application for adjustment of status is filed with appropriate fees within 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

    (d) Reduction of Immigrant Visa Number- Upon the granting of an immigrant visa or permanent residence to Llesh Miraj, Enkeleda Miraj, Michaela Miraj, Vanessa Miraj, and Sabrina Miraj, the Secretary of State shall instruct the proper officer to reduce by 5, during the current or next following fiscal year, the total number of immigrant visas that are made available to natives of the country of the aliens’ birth under section 203(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act or, if applicable, the total number of immigrant visas that are made available to natives of the country of the aliens’ birth under section 202(e) of such Act.

    (e) Denial of Preferential Immigration Treatment for Certain Relatives- The natural parents, brothers, and sisters of Llesh Miraj, Enkeleda Miraj, Michaela Miraj, Vanessa Miraj, and Sabrina Miraj shall not, by virtue of such relationship, be accorded any right, privilege, or status under the Immigration and Nationality Act.


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6/18/2007
Referred to the Committee on Science and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
6/18/2007
Referred to House Science and Technology
6/18/2007
Referred to House Energy and Commerce
6/18/2007
Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Air Quality.
6/20/2007
Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Environment.
 
Titles:

Biofuels Research and Development Enhancement Act
To enhance research, development, demonstration, and commercial application of biofuels related technologies, and for other purposes.
 
 
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