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New Rules for Sharing Electric Grid Expansion Costs

This act introduces new rules for allocating the costs of building and upgrading large interstate and offshore electric power transmission lines. The goal is to streamline the financing of projects crucial for grid stability and resilience, potentially impacting electricity supply reliability and energy bills.
Key points
Allows for the allocation of costs for new or upgraded large transmission lines (over 1000 MW or 500 MW expansion) among customers in regions that benefit from them.
Cost allocation will consider a broad range of benefits, including reliability, economic advantages, public policy alignment, and grid resilience.
Aims to strengthen the national electric grid, which could lead to more stable power supplies for citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2750
Sponsor: Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14]
Process start date: 2023-04-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Enhancing Electric Grid Resilience Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2750.

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 2023-04-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allows for the allocation of costs for new or upgraded large transmission lines (over 1000 MW or 500 MW expansion) among customers in regions that benefit from them.
  • Cost allocation will consider a broad range of benefits, including reliability, economic advantages, public policy alignment, and grid resilience.
  • Aims to strengthen the national electric grid, which could lead to more stable power supplies for citizens.
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. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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