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HR3143119th CongressWALLET

State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act

Sponsored By: Representative Evans, Gabe [R-CO-8]

Introduced

Summary

This bill would create a new PURPA reliability standard that forces integrated resource plans to secure long-term electric reliability over a 10-year horizon. It sets deadlines for states and utilities to consider the standard and defines what counts as a reliable generation source.

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

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Faster state reviews of grid reliability

If enacted, states and nonregulated utilities would have to start considering the new reliability standard within 1 year of enactment. They would have to finish and decide within 2 years. These steps would apply for each utility in the state. States that already implemented a similar standard, held a proceeding, or had a legislature vote in the last 3 years would be exempt from these steps for that utility. For timing and prior proceedings, agencies would use the enactment date of paragraph (22) as the reference.

New 10-year reliability plans for utilities

If enacted, utilities that use integrated resource planning would need to ensure reliable power for the next 10 years. They could do this by running reliable plants or buying power from such plants. A reliable plant would have to run for at least 30 days straight. It would need fuel on site, a steady energy source, or contracts to supply fuel for 30 days. It would also need to operate in emergencies and provide grid support like frequency and voltage control.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Evans, Gabe [R-CO-8]

CO • R

Cosponsors

  • Rep. Langworthy, Nicholas A. [R-NY-23]

    NY • R

    Sponsored 5/1/2025

Roll Call Votes

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