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US HB2072
Bill
Status
3/11/2025
Primary Sponsor
Dan Newhouse
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AI Summary
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Requires FERC to extend construction commencement deadlines for hydropower projects licensed before March 13, 2020, by up to 6 additional years beyond the standard 8-year period authorized under the Federal Power Act
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Extensions must be granted in increments of not more than 3 consecutive 2-year periods, upon licensee request and demonstration of good cause
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Allows FERC to reinstate expired licenses for covered projects whose construction deadlines lapsed after December 31, 2023, with extensions taking effect from the original expiration date
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Applies specifically to hydropower projects that received FERC licenses before the COVID-19 pandemic began (March 13, 2020)
Legislative Description
To require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to extend the time period during which licensees are required to commence construction of certain hydropower projects.
Energy
Last Action
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 408.
2/2/2026