SAMUEL LOPEZ

H.R. 1491 Small Business Energy Loan Enhancement Act This bill increases from $5.5 million to $10 million the maximum amount of certain Small Business Administration loans for plant acquisition, construction, conversion, and expansion. Projects eligible for these increased loan amounts must (1) reduce the borrower's energy consumption by at least 10%; or (2) generate renewable energy or renewable fuels, such as biodiesel or ethanol production.

H.R.2621 - Honoring Vocational Education Act

US S. 1008: Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act The "Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act" mandates the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to establish a consumer product safety standard for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries used in micromobility devices, such as electric bicycles and scooters, within 180 days of the Act's enactment. This standard aims to mitigate the risk of fires associated with these batteries. The CPSC is tasked with defining the specific types of batteries and devices covered by this standard, which will be considered a consumer product safety rule under the Consumer Product Safety Act.

BUILDING OWNERS AND MANAGERS ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL

BUILDING OWNERS AND MANAGERS ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL

BUILDING OWNERS AND MANAGERS ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL