Bill > HR3616

This bill amends the Federal Power Act to enhance the oversight of the bulk-power system's reliability by requiring the Electric Reliability Organization (ERO) to conduct an annual long-term assessment of the electric grid. The assessment must analyze the system's ability to supply sufficient electric energy under normal and extreme weather conditions, evaluate potential generation resource shortfalls, and determine if additional generation resources are necessary. If the ERO identifies a risk of generation inadequacy, it must notify the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which will then prompt federal agencies to submit proposed regulations related to generation resources for review. FERC, in consultation with the ERO and transmission organizations, will provide comments and recommendations to prevent significant negative impacts on grid reliability. Federal agencies must then respond in writing about how they have modified (or why they have not modified) their proposed actions, and FERC must find that the proposed action will not likely harm the grid's ability to supply sufficient electricity before the action can be finalized. This process aims to ensure that federal regulations do not compromise the reliable operation of the bulk-power system by providing a comprehensive review mechanism.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business and Industry

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3616/all-info