Bill > HR3143

This bill amends the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to require electric utilities that use integrated resource planning to establish measures ensuring reliable electric energy availability over a 10-year period. Specifically, utilities must maintain either the operation or procurement of "reliable generation facilities," which are defined as electric generation facilities that can generate electricity continuously for at least 30 days, have adequate on-site fuel or contractual fuel supply arrangements, can generate electricity during emergency and severe weather conditions, and provide essential services like frequency and voltage support. The bill mandates that state regulatory authorities and non-regulated utilities begin considering this new standard within one year of enactment and complete their review within two years. The legislation also includes provisions for states that have already implemented similar standards or have ongoing proceedings related to electric utility reliability, exempting them from certain requirements. This bill aims to enhance the resilience and continuity of electric power generation by establishing clear criteria for what constitutes a reliable generation facility and requiring utilities to plan accordingly.

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