New energy tech hub and voluntary wildfire safety for power companies
This bill would create a public online center for new ways to move electricity. It would help power companies and states make electricity flow better. The bill would also set up voluntary guidelines to stop power systems from causing wildfires. These steps aim to make electricity more efficient and safer for everyone.
Today, there isn't a central public place for information on advanced energy transmission technology. Also, there's no specific mandate for the Department of Energy to provide technical help or establish wildfire prevention best practices. Also, certain federal funding for these technologies requires a specific environmental review. If this bill becomes law, the Department of Energy would create a public online hub for advanced energy technology. It would also set up non-mandatory best practices for utilities to reduce wildfire risks. Additionally, it would make some federal funding for these technologies exempt from a specific environmental review. States would also need to include these technologies in their energy conservation plans.
HR 9335 · 119th Congress · June 18, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10
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