Power Grid Rules Get a Routine Tune-Up in the West
Published Date: 4/13/2026
Notice
Summary
The Western Area Power Administration is updating its rules for how electricity transmission is shared, starting April 1, 2026. This change affects anyone using or managing power lines in the area and could impact how costs and access are handled. If you want to speak up or get involved, you need to act before the comment deadline.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Change to Transmission Tariff Effective April 1
The Western Area Power Administration filed a revision to its non-jurisdictional Open Access Transmission Tariff that is effective April 1, 2026. This filing affects anyone using or managing power lines in the Administration's service area and could change how transmission access and transmission costs are handled.
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