FERC Hosts Free Power Grid Chat in Boston
Published Date: 6/26/2025
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is hosting a free public meeting on July 27, 2025, to talk about how states can play a bigger role in managing regional power grids and making sure there's enough electricity. Anyone interested can join in person in Boston or online, with no registration needed. This meeting affects state utility officials, energy companies, and the public, aiming to improve how electricity is managed across states without any direct costs.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Free public meeting — in person or online
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will hold a public meeting on July 27, 2025, from about 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EDT at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport in Boston, Massachusetts. The meeting is open to the public with no fee and no registration required, and the public may also attend via Webcast.
Meeting transcripts available for a fee
The meeting will be transcribed and transcripts will be available for a fee from Ace Reporting; interested persons may contact Ace Reporting at 202-347-3700 to obtain transcripts.
Accessibility accommodations provided
Commission conferences are accessible under Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act; for accessibility accommodations people may email the Commission or call toll free 1-866-208-3372 (voice) or 202-208-8659 (TTY), or send a fax to 202-208-2106.
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