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Greater Transparency for Electric Grid Costs and Infrastructure Investments.

This Act mandates electric utilities to standardize and disclose detailed financial and technical data regarding transmission grid modernization projects to the public. The goal is to increase transparency over costs borne by citizens (ratepayers) and allow for better scrutiny of how money is spent on energy infrastructure. This will help regulators and the public assess project efficiency and affordability.
Key points
Utilities must report detailed costs (projected vs. actual) for all transmission projects, including interconnection fees and congestion-related costs.
Creation of a publicly accessible, searchable data repository and an interactive dashboard showing project status, delays, and costs passed to consumers.
Mandatory research to identify key drivers of rising costs for ratepayers and develop solutions to enhance affordability and system efficiency.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6177
Sponsor: Rep. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6]
Process start date: 2025-11-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Grid Research and Development Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6177.

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 2025-11-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Utilities must report detailed costs (projected vs. actual) for all transmission projects, including interconnection fees and congestion-related costs.
  • Creation of a publicly accessible, searchable data repository and an interactive dashboard showing project status, delays, and costs passed to consumers.
  • Mandatory research to identify key drivers of rising costs for ratepayers and develop solutions to enhance affordability and system efficiency.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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