Pennsylvania 2023-2024 Regular Session Status: In Committee Bipartisan · 17 R · 14 D cosponsors

HR 79 — A Resolution urging the Biden Administration and the Congress of the United States to designate Pennsylvania as a hydrogen hub.

Last action — Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71)

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This bill died with 2023-2024 Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

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Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

77 added · 75 removed

Plain-language change summary

The recent amendment to Bill HR 79 clarifies and emphasizes the government's commitment to hydrogen fuel development by including a specific funding allocation of $8 billion over five years. This change is significant because it highlights the intention to bolster the Hydrogen Shot initiative, aimed at reducing production costs for green hydrogen, which could play a vital role in transitioning to renewable energy. By focusing on these enhancements and investments, the bill aims to accelerate the use of clean energy solutions and improve overall energy infrastructure.

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1013 THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE RESOLUTION Session of No.
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1294 THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE RESOLUTION Session of No.
MILLER, MERCURI, VENKAT, COOPER, MAJOR AND NEILSON, APRIL 24, 2023 REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON CONSUMER PROTECTION, TECHNOLOGY AND UTILITIES, APRIL 24, 2023 A RESOLUTION Urging the Biden Administration and the Congress of the United States to designate Pennsylvania as a hydrogen hub.
MILLER, MERCURI, ABNEY, GERGELY, ARMANINI, BARTON, DAVANZO AND BURNS,SY, APRIL 24, 2023 AS REPORTED FROM COMMITTEE ON CONSUMER PROTECTION, TECHNOLOGY AND UTILITIES, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, AS AMENDED, MAY 23, 2023 A RESOLUTION Urging the Biden Administration and the Congress of the United States to designate Pennsylvania as a hydrogen hub.
and WHEREAS, At least one hub must demonstrate hydrogen use in power generation, at least one hub must demonstrate hydrogen use in the industrial sector, at least one hub must demonstrate hydrogen use in residential and commercial heating and at least 20230HR0079PN1013 - 2 - one hub must demonstrate hydrogen use in transportation;
and WHEREAS, At least one hub must demonstrate hydrogen use in power generation, at least one hub must demonstrate hydrogen use 20230HR0079PN1294 - 2 - in the industrial sector, at least one hub must demonstrate hydrogen use in residential and commercial heating and at least one hub must demonstrate hydrogen use in transportation;
and WHEREAS, Because this Commonwealth has an abundance of natural gas, legacy industries and the workforce with required technological expertise for energy development, production, transmission and manufacturing, Pennsylvania would be an ideal location for the placement of a hydrogen hub;
and WHEREAS, Because this Commonwealth has an abundance of natural gas, legacy industries and the workforce with required technological expertise for energy development, production, transmission and manufacturing, Pennsylvania would be an ideal location for the placement of a hydrogen hub HUBS;
and WHEREAS, The residents of this Commonwealth would benefit greatly from the establishment of a hydrogen hub, which would not only bring new jobs and stimulate the economy of this Commonwealth, but would also position Pennsylvania to be a leader of a new and growing alternative energy technology;
and <-- WHEREAS, The residents of this Commonwealth would benefit greatly from the establishment of a hydrogen hub HUBS, which <-- would not only bring new jobs and stimulate the economy of this Commonwealth, but would also position Pennsylvania to be a leader of a new and growing alternative energy technology;
and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to all of the following:
and be it further 20230HR0079PN1294 - 3 - RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to all of the following:
20230HR0079PN1013 - 3 - (1) The President of the United States.
(1) The President of the United States.
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20230HR0079PN1294 - 4 -
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Action History

  1. Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71)

  2. Reported as amended

  3. Referred to Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities

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1 sponsors · 37 co-sponsors · 215 not signed on · 1 voted No

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Co-sponsors (37)

Not signed on (215)

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Votes

Committee vote (Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities): Adopt Amendment

Passed 21 Yea · 0 Nay
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Democratic 11000
Unaffiliated 3000
Republican 7000
Total 21000
% of votes cast 100%0%0%0%
How each member voted (21)
Member Party Vote
Aaron Kaufer — Yea
Jim Marshall — Yea
Matthew Gergely — Yea
Brandon J. Markosek Democratic Yea
Brian Munroe Democratic Yea
Danilo Burgos Democratic Yea
Joe Ciresi Democratic Yea
Kyle J. Mullins Democratic Yea
Lisa A. Borowski Democratic Yea
Mandy Steele Democratic Yea
Morgan Cephas Democratic Yea
Nick Pisciottano Democratic Yea
Robert F. Matzie Democratic Yea
Steven R. Malagari Democratic Yea
Alec J. Ryncavage Republican Yea
Brett R. Miller Republican Yea
Craig Williams Republican Yea
Joe Hogan Republican Yea
Kathleen C. Tomlinson Republican Yea
Natalie Mihalek Republican Yea
Ryan Warner Republican Yea

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Committee vote (Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities): Report Bill As Amended

Passed 20 Yea · 1 Nay
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Democratic 10100
Unaffiliated 3000
Republican 7000
Total 20100
% of votes cast 95%5%0%0%
How each member voted (21)
Member Party Vote
Aaron Kaufer — Yea
Jim Marshall — Yea
Matthew Gergely — Yea
Brandon J. Markosek Democratic Yea
Brian Munroe Democratic Yea
Danilo Burgos Democratic Yea
Joe Ciresi Democratic Yea
Kyle J. Mullins Democratic Yea
Lisa A. Borowski Democratic Yea
Mandy Steele Democratic Nay
Morgan Cephas Democratic Yea
Nick Pisciottano Democratic Yea
Robert F. Matzie Democratic Yea
Steven R. Malagari Democratic Yea
Alec J. Ryncavage Republican Yea
Brett R. Miller Republican Yea
Craig Williams Republican Yea
Joe Hogan Republican Yea
Kathleen C. Tomlinson Republican Yea
Natalie Mihalek Republican Yea
Ryan Warner Republican Yea

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors HR 79?
HR 79 is sponsored by Matthew Gergely, Stephenie Scialabba, Joshua Siegel, Nick Pisciottano (Democratic), Eric R. Nelson (Republican), Emily Kinkead (Democratic), Carol Hill-Evans (Democratic), Joe McAndrew (Democratic), Kristin Marcell (Republican), Natalie Mihalek (Republican), Bud Cook (Republican), Rich Irvin (Republican), Timothy J. O'Neal (Republican), Andrew Kuzma (Republican), Jim Haddock (Democratic), Arvind Venkat (Democratic), Jill N. Cooper (Republican), Abby Major (Republican), Ed Neilson (Democratic), Mark M. Gillen (Republican), Justin C. Fleming (Democratic), Aerion Abney (Democratic), Mike Armanini (Republican), Jamie Barton (Republican), Eric Davanzo (Republican), Frank Burns (Democratic), Jack Rader (Republican), Daniel J. Deasy (Democratic), Brett R. Miller (Republican), Steven R. Malagari (Democratic), James B. Struzzi (Republican), Robert E. Merski (Democratic), Robert F. Matzie (Democratic), Joshua D. Kail (Republican), Robert W. Mercuri, Jim Gregory, Donna Oberlander, and Jim Marshall.
What is the current status of HR 79?
This bill died with 2023-2024 Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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