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Western Area Power Administration Transparency Act

4/7/2025, 3:42 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2371

Bill 115 hr 2371, also known as the Western Area Power Administration Transparency Act, aims to increase transparency and accountability within the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA). The WAPA is a federal agency that markets and transmits electricity in the western United States.

The bill requires the WAPA to provide more detailed information to the public regarding its operations, including its budget, rates, and financial statements. This information must be made available on the WAPA's website in a user-friendly format.

Additionally, the bill requires the WAPA to hold public meetings at least once a year to discuss its operations and allow for public input. This will help ensure that the WAPA is accountable to the communities it serves. Overall, the Western Area Power Administration Transparency Act aims to increase transparency and accountability within the WAPA, ultimately benefiting the public by providing more information about the agency's operations and decision-making processes.

Current Status of Bill HR 2371

Bill HR 2371 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 4, 2017. Bill HR 2371 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on May 4, 2017.  Bill HR 2371's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of February 8, 2018

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2371

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 2371

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

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