Bill > HR3628

This bill amends the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to require state-regulated electric utilities that use integrated resource planning (a process for making electricity infrastructure decisions) to establish measures ensuring reliable electric generation over a 10-year period. A "reliable generation facility" is defined as an electric generation facility that can continuously generate electricity for at least 30 days, has adequate on-site fuel or contractual fuel supply guarantees, can operate during emergency and severe weather conditions, and provides essential grid services like frequency and voltage support. The bill mandates that state regulatory authorities must begin consideration of this new standard within one year and complete their review within two years of enactment. The bill also requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to submit a report to Congress within one year assessing the effectiveness of existing integrated resource planning in ensuring sufficient reliable generation facilities. The legislation provides some flexibility for states that have already taken similar actions, exempting them from certain implementation requirements if they have previously implemented comparable standards or conducted related proceedings.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business and Industry

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3628/all-info