Bill > HR3632

This bill amends the Federal Power Act to enhance power plant reliability and require advance notice of generating unit retirements. Specifically, it establishes a process where the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) can intervene if a state commission or transmission organization complains about inadequate interstate electric service. Under the new provisions, FERC can issue orders requiring continued operation of electric generating units, develop long-term transmission facility plans, and determine necessary rates to compensate for additional service costs, but cannot compel facility enlargement or force energy sales that would impair a utility's service. The bill mandates that owners or operators of generating facilities with units producing at least 5 megawatts must provide a 5-year advance notice before retiring a unit, with exceptions for unplanned retirements due to emergencies. These notices will be made publicly available, and any actions taken to comply with FERC orders that might otherwise violate environmental regulations will be protected from legal liability. The orders issued by FERC can last up to 5 years and can be extended through a formal request and review process, providing flexibility in managing potential service disruptions.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business and Industry

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3632/all-info