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OR HJM10
JM
Status
6/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Mark Gamba
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AI Summary
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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
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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
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Urges BPA to comply with FERC Order No. 1920 on planning horizons and increase transparency on construction costs while using competitive bidding for contracts
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Requests the federal government provide BPA with competitive compensation authority to hire and retain necessary technical expertise
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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