Streamlining Powerline Construction: Faster Permits, More Reliable Electricity
This act aims to accelerate the construction and modernization of electric transmission lines, potentially leading to more stable power supplies and lower bills for citizens. It modifies the permitting process, giving a greater role to the federal energy commission, while also requiring consideration of landowner input. Citizens may experience improved grid reliability and potential cost savings.
Key points
Faster permitting for the construction and modification of electric transmission facilities, potentially reducing project timelines.
Increased role for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) in permitting nationally significant transmission projects.
Requirement to consider input from affected landowners, such as farmers and ranchers, whose property is in the path of proposed lines.
New cost allocation rules for transmission projects, aiming to assign costs to those who benefit, while protecting consumers without benefits from undue charges.
Improved electricity reliability and reduced transmission congestion, which could lead to lower electricity costs.
Introduced
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