Bills · S 2181
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2181Energy
Securing Our Propane Supply Act
INTRO JUN 26· LAST ACTION JUN 26
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because propane is a critical energy source for millions of Americans, especially for home heating in areas not served by natural gas and for agricultural uses. The U.S. has experienced severe regional propane shortages and price spikes in the past, often due to extreme weather, infrastructure issues, or unexpected demand increases. These disruptions can leave families without heat and significantly raise costs for farmers, impacting food production and prices.
If this bill becomes law, it won't solve current propane supply issues immediately, but it will provide essential information for future decision-making. By thoroughly studying the feasibility and effectiveness of a national strategic propane reserve, policymakers can make informed choices about whether to invest in a system that could prevent or mitigate future energy crises. Without this bill, the government would lack a comprehensive, official assessment of this specific solution, leaving the nation potentially unprepared for future propane supply challenges.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Secretary of Energy to conduct a study within 180 days of enactment on establishing a national strategic propane reserve.
This initiates the process of evaluating a potential solution to propane supply disruptions, providing foundational data for future policy decisions.
PROVISION 02
Mandates an assessment of the current propane supply chain, risks of disruptions, and evaluation of suitable locations and quantities for a reserve.
This ensures a comprehensive understanding of current vulnerabilities and practical requirements for a reserve, addressing key logistical and operational concerns.
PROVISION 03
Requires recommendations on whether a reserve should be established and the most practical method for doing so, based on the study's findings.
This critical step translates the study's data into concrete policy advice, guiding Congress on the next steps.
PROVISION 04
Directs the Secretary of Energy to develop a plan for implementing the study's recommendations within 180 days of study completion.
This ensures that the findings and recommendations are translated into actionable steps, laying the groundwork for potential future implementation.
PROVISION 05
Encourages coordination with the propane industry throughout the study and plan development.
This helps ensure that the study and plan are informed by real-world expertise and practical considerations from those directly involved in the propane supply chain.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 26
Introduced in Senate
JUN 26
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2181
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 26, 2025
Last actionJun 26, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 26, 2025
Senate BillS 2181Energy
Securing Our Propane Supply Act
INTRODUCED JUN 26, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 26, 2025
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READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
1
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