ERDA Authorization Act-Joint Applications

(Reported to Senate from the Committee on Armed Services with amendment, S. Rept. 95-278)

ERDA Authorization Act of 1978 - Joint Applications - =Title I: For Laser Fusion, Space Applications, and Naval Reactor Development Programs= - Authorizes appropriations to the Energy Research and Development Administration for fiscal year 1978 for laser fusion, space applications, and naval reactor development. Lists amounts authorized for operating expenses and for plant and capital equipment. Amends prior authorization Acts to increase the amount authorized for specific projects.

=Title II: General Provisions= - Imposes restrictions and limitations upon funds appropriated pursuant to this Act. Requires Congressional review of proposed modifications in programs authorized by this Act.

Prohibits initiation of specified projects if the current estimated cost exceeds by more than 25 percent the amount authorized. Prescribes procedures for additional project cost authorizations if the 25-percent limitation is exceeded.

Grants authority for the merger of ERDA funds appropriated in different years.

Authorizes the Administrator of the Energy Research and Development Administration to perform construction design services for authorized construction projects.