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Southwestern Power Administration Fund Establishment Act

1/25/2024, 8:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4219

Bill 118 hr 4219, also known as the Southwestern Power Administration Fund Establishment Act, was introduced in the US Congress to establish a fund for the Southwestern Power Administration (SWPA). The SWPA is a federal agency that oversees the operation and maintenance of hydroelectric power facilities in the southwestern United States.

The purpose of this bill is to provide the SWPA with a dedicated fund to support its operations and infrastructure projects. The fund would be used to finance the construction, operation, and maintenance of hydroelectric power facilities, as well as to support research and development in the field of renewable energy.

The bill specifies that the fund would be financed through revenues generated by the sale of power produced by the SWPA's facilities, as well as through appropriations from Congress. It also outlines the procedures for managing the fund, including reporting requirements and oversight mechanisms. Overall, the Southwestern Power Administration Fund Establishment Act aims to ensure the continued operation and maintenance of the SWPA's hydroelectric power facilities in the southwestern United States, while also promoting research and development in renewable energy.

Congressional Summary of HR 4219

Southwestern Power Administration Fund Establishment Act

This bill establishes a fund that the Southwestern Power Administration may use for the operation and maintenance of power transmission facilities and other related expenses. The bill also transfers amounts into the fund from specified accounts.

Current Status of Bill HR 4219

Bill HR 4219 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 20, 2023. Bill HR 4219 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 20, 2023.  Bill HR 4219's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held as of November 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4219

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4219

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4219

Southwestern Power Administration Fund Establishment Act
Southwestern Power Administration Fund Establishment Act
To establish the Southwestern Power Administration Fund, and for other purposes.

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