A bill to provide for operations of the Federal Columbia River Power System pursuant to a certain operation plan for a specified period of time, and for other purposes.

1/23/2025, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Bill 119 s 182, also known as the Federal Columbia River Power System Operations Act, aims to establish a specific operation plan for the Federal Columbia River Power System for a set period of time. The bill outlines guidelines and regulations for the management and operation of the power system to ensure its efficiency and effectiveness.

The Federal Columbia River Power System is a crucial source of hydroelectric power in the Pacific Northwest region, providing electricity to millions of residents and businesses. The bill seeks to ensure that the power system operates in a manner that maximizes its benefits while also protecting the environment and wildlife in the Columbia River Basin.

In addition to outlining the operation plan, the bill also addresses other purposes related to the Federal Columbia River Power System. This may include provisions for funding, maintenance, and improvements to the power system, as well as measures to address any potential environmental or safety concerns. Overall, Bill 119 s 182 aims to provide a comprehensive framework for the operation of the Federal Columbia River Power System, ensuring that it continues to serve as a reliable and sustainable source of energy for the region.
Congress
119

Number
S - 182

Introduced on
2025-01-22

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Bill 119 s 182, also known as the Federal Columbia River Power System Operations Act, aims to establish a specific operation plan for the Federal Columbia River Power System for a set period of time. The bill outlines guidelines and regulations for the management and operation of the power system to ensure its efficiency and effectiveness.

The Federal Columbia River Power System is a crucial source of hydroelectric power in the Pacific Northwest region, providing electricity to millions of residents and businesses. The bill seeks to ensure that the power system operates in a manner that maximizes its benefits while also protecting the environment and wildlife in the Columbia River Basin.

In addition to outlining the operation plan, the bill also addresses other purposes related to the Federal Columbia River Power System. This may include provisions for funding, maintenance, and improvements to the power system, as well as measures to address any potential environmental or safety concerns. Overall, Bill 119 s 182 aims to provide a comprehensive framework for the operation of the Federal Columbia River Power System, ensuring that it continues to serve as a reliable and sustainable source of energy for the region.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to provide for operations of the Federal Columbia River Power System pursuant to a certain operation plan for a specified period of time, and for other purposes.

Comments

APPROVED
RB
Ronin Bartlett
@naan_feijoa_lavash32257
I like this bill. How will it help me?

APPROVED
AG
Archie Gray
@panch_phoron_dalwhinnie_poppy_seed03454
This bill is bad for me and my famly. It will make my eletric bill go up and we cant afford that. Why do they want to do this to us? It not fair. They need to stop this bill now!

Recent Activity

Latest Action1/22/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.