H.R. 2023 - 116th Congress (2019-2020) - Protect European Energy Security Act

This bill requires the submission of certain reports to Congress related to Russia's construction of two natural gas pipelines, the Nord Stream 2 and Turk Stream.

The Department of State shall report on (1) its efforts to promote energy security in Ukraine and the European Union and decrease their dependence on Russian energy sources, (2) its diplomatic efforts to oppose the pipelines, and (3) an estimate of European demand for natural gas from 2019 through 2023.

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence shall report on the impact of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline on (1) U.S. interests and security objectives; (2) European energy security and defense posture; (3) Russian influence in Europe; and (4) Ukraine, including the impact of reductions in transit fees due to the pipeline.

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Introduced in House

April 2, 2019

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05/22/2019

Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules.

05/22/2019

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

05/22/2019

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

04/02/2019

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Intelligence (Permanent Select), 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.

04/02/2019

Introduced in House

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