Senate Hearing on 1978 Energy Research and Defense Funding
July 14, 2026
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The Frame
The hearing establishes the legislative record for the of federal funds allocated to the Energy Research and Development Administration for national defense-related activities for the 1978 .
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Energy Research and Development Administration
The agency is the subject of the authorization bill, which dictates the funding levels for its national defense programs.
United States Senate
The Senate is responsible for reviewing and authorizing the appropriations requested in S. 1339.
Last recorded activity July 14, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing concerns S. 1339, a bill authorizing appropriations for the Energy Research and Development Administration (ERDA).
- The scope of the authorization is limited to national defense programs.
- The authorization applies to the fiscal year 1978.
- The hearing was conducted by the United States Senate Committee on Armed Services.
- The hearing took place on March 25, 1977, during the first session of the 95th Congress.
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Why It Matters
The hearing establishes the legislative record for the of federal funds allocated to the Energy Research and Development Administration for national defense-related activities for the 1978 .
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ERDA Defense Focus
The hearing highlights the specific legislative focus on separating national defense programs within the Energy Research and Development Administration's budget.
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