42 USC 7144e - Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs

U.S Code last checked for updates: Nov 22, 2024

§ 7144e.

Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs

(a)

Establishment

(b)

Duties of Director

The Director, in accordance with Federal policies promoting Indian self-determination and the purposes of this chapter, shall provide, direct, foster, coordinate, and implement energy planning, education, management, conservation, and delivery programs of the Department that—

(1)

promote Indian tribal energy development, efficiency, and use;

(2)

reduce or stabilize energy costs;

(3)

enhance and strengthen Indian tribal energy and economic infrastructure relating to natural resource development and electrification; and

(4)

bring electrical power and service to Indian land and the homes of tribal members located on Indian lands or acquired, constructed, or improved (in whole or in part) with Federal funds.

(Pub. L. 95–91, title II, § 217, as added Pub. L. 109–58, title V, § 502(a), Aug. 8, 2005, 119 Stat. 763.)

cite as: 42 USC 7144e