POWER Act of 2024

12/16/2024, 8:44 PM
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
The POWER Act of 2024, also known as Bill 118 hr 9541, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to the nation's power grid and energy infrastructure.

The main provisions of the POWER Act include measures to improve the resilience and reliability of the power grid, enhance cybersecurity protections for energy systems, and promote the development of clean energy technologies. The bill also aims to modernize the nation's energy infrastructure and promote energy efficiency.

Additionally, the POWER Act includes provisions to support the deployment of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, and to incentivize the adoption of electric vehicles. The bill also includes measures to promote energy storage technologies and improve the integration of renewable energy into the grid. Overall, the POWER Act of 2024 seeks to address the challenges facing the nation's energy infrastructure and promote a more sustainable and secure energy future. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will help create jobs, reduce carbon emissions, and strengthen national security. Opponents, however, have raised concerns about the cost of implementing the bill and its potential impact on the economy.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 9541

Introduced on
2024-09-11

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/11/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
The POWER Act of 2024, also known as Bill 118 hr 9541, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to the nation's power grid and energy infrastructure.

The main provisions of the POWER Act include measures to improve the resilience and reliability of the power grid, enhance cybersecurity protections for energy systems, and promote the development of clean energy technologies. The bill also aims to modernize the nation's energy infrastructure and promote energy efficiency.

Additionally, the POWER Act includes provisions to support the deployment of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, and to incentivize the adoption of electric vehicles. The bill also includes measures to promote energy storage technologies and improve the integration of renewable energy into the grid. Overall, the POWER Act of 2024 seeks to address the challenges facing the nation's energy infrastructure and promote a more sustainable and secure energy future. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will help create jobs, reduce carbon emissions, and strengthen national security. Opponents, however, have raised concerns about the cost of implementing the bill and its potential impact on the economy.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to authorize Federal agencies to provide certain essential assistance for hazard mitigation for electric utilities, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Emergency Management

Comments

APPROVED
FH
Faye Hoover
@hawaij_celery_laphroaig26922
This new bill is gonna make a big difference for me and my family. It's all about giving power back to the people and holding those in charge accountable. I'm all for it! #POWERAct2024 #UnitedStates #politics

Recent Activity

Latest Action12/10/2024
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.