H.R. 3585: Solar Technology Roadmap Act

Vote: Jenkins voted NO on a bill to guide and provide for United States research, development, and demonstration of solar energy technologies. The House passed the measure, 310-106.

Notes: The bill directs the Secretary of Energy to conduct a program of research, development, and demonstration for solar technology, including: photovoltaics; solar hot water and solar space heating and cooling; concentrating solar power; lighting systems that integrate sunlight and electrical lighting in complement to each other in common lighting fixtures for the purpose of improving energy efficiency; manufacturability of low cost, high-quality solar energy systems; and development of solar technology products that can be easily integrated into new and existing buildings. The bill now goes on to be voted on in the Senate.

H.R. 2454, American Clean Energy and Security (ACES) Act

Vote: Jenkins voted NO on a historic bill that will move our country toward a new energy future by putting a firm limit on global warming pollution, improving energy efficiency, and investing in renewable energy. The House passed the measure, 219‐212.

Notes: The bill establishes a federal Renewable Energy Standard (RES) that would bring Kansas billions of dollars in wind development, as well as carbon offsets that will help farmers and ranchers find new markets as a result of climate legislation. The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office estimates that the legislation will only cost the average U.S. household $175 per year.

H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA)

Vote: Jenkins voted NO on the most significant legislation to date in renewable energy and energy efficiency policy. The House passed the measure, 246‐183.

Notes: Between energy efficiency and weatherization funds, plus appliance rebates, the state of Kansas will receive more than $100 million over two years. Taxpayers, businesses, and investors can also receive extensive tax credits for energy efficiency and renewables.