National Research Council study
30 U.S.C. § 2004
in effect(a) Agreement for StudyThe Secretary shall offer to enter into an agreement with the National Research Council under which the National Research Council shall—(1) conduct a study of the progress made under the methane hydrate research and development program implemented under this chapter; and (2) make recommendations for future methane hydrate research and development needs.
(b) ReportNot later than September 30, 2009, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report containing the findings and recommendations of the National Research Council under this section.
Source: OLRC USLMURL: https://uscode.house.gov/download/releasepoints/us/pl/119/95/xml_usc30@119-95.zipFetched: 6/4/2026
