In 2009, two CO2 geologic storage bills were informally circulated, one of which was significantly influenced by the IOGCC model legislation. However, no legislation was passed in 2009. In 2010, it is anticipated that at least one CO2 geologic storage bill will be introduced.
News & Updates
Interagency Task Force on Carbon Capture and Storage
April 6, 2010. (US Dept. of Energy).On February 3, 2010 President Obama sent a memorandum to the heads of fourteen Executive Departments and Federal Agencies
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North Dakota passes final legislation and administrative rules for CCGS
April 1, 2010 (IOGCC). The state of North Dakota has established the first complete and comprehensive legal and regulatory framework for the geologic storage of CO2 in the United States.
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EPA spells out carbon rules timeline
February 23, 2010 (Tom Fowler, Houston Chronicle). EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson issued a letter Monday in response to one from eight U.S.
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Manchin meets with Obama, carbon storage task force created
February 4, 2010 (West Virginia Public Broadcasting). President Obama met with 11 governors from key energy producing states, including West Virginia’s Governor Manchin.
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