H.R. 3207, The Energy Security and Foreign Policy Integration Act of 2007

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H.R. 3207 would provide mechanisms for developing and implementing a national energy security strategy for the United States.

Detailed Summary

Energy Security and Foreign Policy Integration Act of 2007 - Amends the National Security Act of 1947 to add the Secretary of Energy as a member of the National Security Council (NSC).

Establishes within the NSC a Directorate of Energy as the lead government entity for formulating and coordinating U.S. national energy security policy.

Directs the President, every four years, to: (1) conduct a quadrennial national energy security review which shall set forth national energy security strategy and establish short- and long-term goals to achieve energy security; and (2) report to Congress on such review.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 8/14/2007: Referred to House subcommittee. Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.

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