A bill to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to extend the time period during which licensees are required to commence construction of certain hydropower projects.
3/28/2025, 1:17 PMSummary of Bill S 1020
Bill 119 s 1020, also known as the "Hydropower Permit Extension Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to extend the time period in which licensees are required to begin construction on certain hydropower projects. Currently, under the Federal Power Act, licensees are required to commence construction within a specific timeframe after receiving a license from FERC. However, this bill seeks to provide an extension to this deadline in order to allow licensees more time to secure necessary permits, financing, and other resources needed to begin construction.The bill specifically targets hydropower projects, which are a renewable energy source that harnesses the power of flowing water to generate electricity. Hydropower is considered a clean and sustainable energy source, and expanding hydropower projects can help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and combat climate change.
By extending the construction deadline for hydropower projects, this bill aims to promote the development of more renewable energy sources and support the growth of the hydropower industry in the United States. This could lead to increased investment in clean energy infrastructure, job creation in the renewable energy sector, and a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. Overall, Bill 119 s 1020 seeks to support the expansion of hydropower projects by providing licensees with more time to begin construction, ultimately contributing to the transition towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy system in the United States.
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Current Status of Bill S 1020
Bill S 1020 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 13, 2025. Bill S 1020 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 13, 2025. Bill S 1020's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of March 13, 2025Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1020
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
4Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
11Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
9Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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A bill to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to extend the time period during which licensees are required to commence construction of certain hydropower projects.A bill to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to extend the time period during which licensees are required to commence construction of certain hydropower projects.Comments
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