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Expressing that the United States must establish electricity as a basic human right and public good, and eradicate the reliance on monopolized, profit-driven utility corporations and providers and the flawed regulatory regime that has failed to regulate these utilities in the public interest.

12/31/2022, 4:57 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 457

Bill 117 H.Res. 457 is a resolution that calls for the United States to recognize electricity as a fundamental human right and a public good. The resolution argues that the current system, which relies on monopolized, profit-driven utility corporations, is flawed and has failed to regulate these utilities in the best interest of the public.

The resolution highlights the importance of ensuring that all individuals have access to affordable and reliable electricity, regardless of their socioeconomic status. It calls for the eradication of the current regulatory regime that allows utility corporations to prioritize profits over the needs of the people they serve.

By establishing electricity as a basic human right and public good, the resolution aims to shift the focus towards a more equitable and sustainable energy system that prioritizes the well-being of all individuals. It emphasizes the need for greater accountability and transparency in the energy sector to ensure that the public interest is always upheld. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 457 seeks to address the shortcomings of the current electricity system in the United States and advocate for a more just and equitable approach to providing this essential service to all individuals.

Congressional Summary of HRES 457

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States must establish (1) electricity as a basic human right; and (2) a publicly- and community-owned power system that is just, equitable, antiracist, and resilient to climate changes and disasters.

Current Status of Bill HRES 457

Bill HRES 457 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 4, 2021. Bill HRES 457 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 4, 2021.  Bill HRES 457's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy. as of June 7, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 457

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
16
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 457

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Potential Impact Areas

- Electric power generation and transmission
- Energy prices
- Human rights
- Public utilities and utility rates

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 457

Expressing that the United States must establish electricity as a basic human right and public good, and eradicate the reliance on monopolized, profit-driven utility corporations and providers and the flawed regulatory regime that has failed to regulate these utilities in the public interest.
Expressing that the United States must establish electricity as a basic human right and public good, and eradicate the reliance on monopolized, profit-driven utility corporations and providers and the flawed regulatory regime that has failed to regulate these utilities in the public interest.

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