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S 3034119th CongressIn Committee
Reliable Power Act
Introduced: Oct 23, 2025
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR] (R-Arkansas)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The Reliable Power Act requires FERC to review and comment on federal agency regulations that may affect the reliable operation of the bulk-power system, particularly during periods of generation inadequacy.
Key Points
- 1Requires ERO to conduct annual long-term assessments of bulk-power system reliability
- 2Mandates FERC notification to federal agencies when generation inadequacy is identified
- 3Requires federal agencies to submit covered regulations to FERC for review
- 4Provides 90-day timeline for agency submission before OMB review or publication
- 5Prohibits finalization of regulations until FERC determines no significant negative impact
- 6Requires public availability of FERC comments and agency responses
Impact Areas
Federal Energy Regulatory CommissionDepartment of Energy and EPABulk-power system operators and utilitiesFederal agencies developing energy-related regulationsElectricity consumers and reliability
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