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Extension of Hydropower Project Construction Deadlines

New rules allow for an extension of the time to begin construction of certain hydropower projects. This means companies have more time to complete investments, which may affect energy supply stability and future energy infrastructure development.
Key points
Hydropower companies licensed before March 13, 2020, can apply for an additional 6 years to start construction.
Expired licenses can be reinstated if they expired after December 31, 2023, and before this act became law.
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Status: Passed Senate
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1020
Sponsor: Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]
Process start date: 2025-03-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to extend the time period during which licensees are required to commence construction of certain hydropower projects.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1020.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hydropower companies licensed before March 13, 2020, can apply for an additional 6 years to start construction.
  • Expired licenses can be reinstated if they expired after December 31, 2023, and before this act became law.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed Senate.

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. Daines, Steve [R-MT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4797-4798; text: CR S4797-4798)

Is this summary verified?

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

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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