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Streamlining Hydropower Permitting and Supporting New Technologies

This act aims to accelerate and simplify the permitting process for building and modernizing hydropower plants, including small projects and new technologies. The goal is to increase clean energy production and improve environmental quality, potentially leading to more stable power supplies and lower energy bills in the future.
Key points
Hydropower is officially recognized as a renewable energy source in all federal programs, paving the way for greater support and investment.
The permitting process for small hydropower projects and those using new technologies has been simplified to accelerate their development.
Mechanisms for coordination between federal and state agencies have been introduced to streamline permit issuance and reduce decision-making times.
A report has been commissioned to identify and remove market barriers to hydropower development, potentially leading to better compensation for grid services provided by hydropower plants.
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Print number: 117_HR_1588
Sponsor: Rep. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5]
Process start date: 2021-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Hydropower Clean Energy Future Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1588.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hydropower is officially recognized as a renewable energy source in all federal programs, paving the way for greater support and investment.
  • The permitting process for small hydropower projects and those using new technologies has been simplified to accelerate their development.
  • Mechanisms for coordination between federal and state agencies have been introduced to streamline permit issuance and reduce decision-making times.
  • A report has been commissioned to identify and remove market barriers to hydropower development, potentially leading to better compensation for grid services provided by hydropower plants.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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