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Strengthening Power Grid: Disaster and Wildfire Protection

This act aims to improve power supply safety in the U.S. It will better prepare power grids for natural disasters like storms and earthquakes, and reduce the risk of wildfires caused by power lines. This means fewer power outages and greater safety for citizens.
Key points
Grant program for power companies to strengthen grids and reduce wildfire risk.
Option to bury power lines or use more resilient materials.
Priority for projects with the greatest community benefit and for small power providers.
Matching fund requirement for companies applying for grants.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_704
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Process start date: 2021-03-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Disaster Safe Power Grid Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_704.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grant program for power companies to strengthen grids and reduce wildfire risk.
  • Option to bury power lines or use more resilient materials.
  • Priority for projects with the greatest community benefit and for small power providers.
  • Matching fund requirement for companies applying for grants.
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 Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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