To amend section 203 of the Federal Power Act.

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Explore the details of House Bill 4427 To amend section 203 of the Federal Power Act. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Energy. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:31 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 4427

This bill amends the Federal Power Act with respect to the prohibition regarding mergers or consolidations by a public utility. Any merger or consolidation of a public utility whose value exceeds $10 million must first be authorized by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

In addition, FERC is required to promulgate a rule within 180 days that mandates any public utility seeking to merge or consolidate to notify FERC, within 30 days of transaction consummation, if the value of such merger or consolidation exceeds $1 million but is less than $10 million.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4427

Bill HR 4427 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 2, 2016. Bill HR 4427 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on February 2, 2016. Bill HR 4427's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of March 15, 2016

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4427

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Energy

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Administrative law and regulatory proceduresCorporate finance and managementElectric power generation and transmissionFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)Government information and archivesPublic utilities and utility rates