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Improving Power Grid Planning: Enhancing Reliability and Lowering Energy Costs.

This Act mandates the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to reform how major interregional power transmission lines are planned. The goal is to boost grid reliability and potentially reduce energy costs by ensuring more efficient power transfer across regions. New infrastructure costs will be allocated broadly to customers based on the specific benefits they receive, ensuring fairness in burden sharing.
Key points
Increased Grid Stability: Requires regular (at least every 2 years) and long-term (minimum 20 years) planning for interregional power lines.
Consumer Protection: Costs for new transmission projects must be allocated to customers based on the actual benefits (economic, reliability, resilience) they receive.
Streamlined Development: Developers can seek cost recovery for beneficial interregional projects, even if regional plans are not yet finalized, provided benefits outweigh costs.
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Print number: 118_S_1748
Sponsor: Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]
Process start date: 2023-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Interregional Transmission Planning Improvement Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1748.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Grid Stability: Requires regular (at least every 2 years) and long-term (minimum 20 years) planning for interregional power lines.
  • Consumer Protection: Costs for new transmission projects must be allocated to customers based on the actual benefits (economic, reliability, resilience) they receive.
  • Streamlined Development: Developers can seek cost recovery for beneficial interregional projects, even if regional plans are not yet finalized, provided benefits outweigh costs.
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. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM].

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 2025-12-26.

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