New rules would let regulators share costs for big power lines based on benefits.
This bill would change how the costs of building and upgrading major interstate and offshore electric power lines are divided up. It would let the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) make sure these costs are shared fairly among electricity customers. This sharing would be based on the benefits those customers get from the new lines. This means factors like reliability and environmental benefits would be considered when deciding who pays.
Today, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's power to divide costs for major interstate and offshore power lines based on a wide range of benefits is not clearly defined. If this bill becomes law, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission would explicitly approve plans for sharing these costs. It would ensure costs are divided based on anticipated benefits, such as improved reliability and environmental gains.
S 5074 · 119th Congress · July 22, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10
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