Bills/S. 465

GRID Power Act

GRID Power Act

In CommitteeEnergySenateSenate Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · Senate
Introduced
Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Passed Both
Signed

Plain Language Summary

# GRID Power Act (S 465) Summary **What the Bill Does** The GRID Power Act aims to modernize and improve the nation's electrical grid system. The bill focuses on three main areas: upgrading electric power generation and transmission infrastructure, promoting energy efficiency and conservation efforts, and developing energy storage solutions to help balance electricity supply and demand. **Who It Affects** This legislation would primarily impact utility companies, energy producers, and consumers who rely on electrical power.

It could also affect businesses and industries that depend on reliable electricity, as well as communities interested in renewable energy development and grid modernization. **Current Status** The bill, sponsored by Senator John Hoeven (R-ND), was introduced in the 119th Congress and is currently under review in committee. This means it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate and is in the early stages of the legislative process. *Note: For more specific details about particular provisions, funding amounts, or implementation timelines, you would need to review the full bill text, as the summary provided focuses on general subject areas.*.

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Latest Action

February 6, 2025

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Subjects

Electric power generation and transmissionEnergy efficiency and conservationEnergy storage, supplies, demand

Sponsor

R
Hoeven, John [R-ND]
R-ND · Senate
3 cosponsors

Key Dates

Introduced
February 6, 2025
Last Updated
February 6, 2025
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