If no application for the issuance of a certificate or amended certificate of public convenience and necessity authorizing the construction and operation of an Alaska natural gas transportation project has been filed with the Commission by the date that is 18 months after October 13, 2004, the Secretary shall conduct a study of alternative approaches to the construction and operation of such an Alaska natural gas transportation project.
The study under subsection (a) shall take into consideration the feasibility of-
In conducting the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall consult with the Secretary of the Treasury and the Secretary of the Army (acting through the Chief of Engineers).
On completion of any study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report that describes-
15 U.S.C. § 720g
- Alaska natural gas transportation project
- The term "Alaska natural gas transportation project" means any natural gas pipeline system that carries Alaska natural gas to the border between Alaska and Canada (including related facilities subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission) that is authorized under-(A) the Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Act of 1976 (15 U.S.C. 719 et seq.); or(B) section 720a of this title.
- Commission
- The term "Commission" means the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
- Secretary
- The term "Secretary" means the Secretary of Energy.