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OR HJM10

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Status

Failed

6/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Mark Gamba

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Requests the U.S. Department of Energy and Congress to urge the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) to join a day-ahead energy market only if it delivers net economic benefits, competitive pricing, and reliable infrastructure for Pacific Northwest consumers

  • Calls for BPA to continue using low-cost federal debt to expand its electrical transmission system across the West and maximize grid-enhancing technologies to increase short-term capacity and safety

  • Urges BPA to comply with FERC Order No. 1920 on planning horizons and increase transparency on construction costs while using competitive bidding for contracts

  • Requests the federal government provide BPA with competitive compensation authority to hire and retain necessary technical expertise

  • Copies of the memorial to be sent to the President, Secretary of Energy, BPA administrator, Senate Majority Leader, House Speaker, and Oregon's Congressional delegation

Legislative Description

Requesting the United States Department of Energy and the United States Congress to support the Bonneville Power Administration in providing cleaner, more affordable and reliable energy in the Pacific Northwest.

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

6/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Climate, Energy, and Environment1/24/2025

Full Bill Text

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