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Right to Timely Rehearings at FERC Act of 2021
12/31/2022, 5:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4746
Bill 117 HR 4746, also known as the Right to Timely Rehearings at FERC Act of 2021, aims to address concerns regarding the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the timeliness of rehearing requests. The bill seeks to ensure that individuals and entities have the right to a timely rehearing of FERC decisions.
The legislation outlines specific timelines for FERC to act on rehearing requests, including a requirement for FERC to issue a decision on a rehearing request within 30 days of receiving it. Additionally, the bill requires FERC to provide a written explanation for any denial of a rehearing request.
Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to expedite the rehearing process for certain types of cases, such as those involving emergency situations or significant public interest. It also establishes a process for parties to seek judicial review if FERC fails to act on a rehearing request within the specified timeframe. Overall, the Right to Timely Rehearings at FERC Act of 2021 aims to improve transparency and accountability within FERC's decision-making process, ensuring that individuals and entities have the opportunity for a timely and fair rehearing of FERC decisions.
The legislation outlines specific timelines for FERC to act on rehearing requests, including a requirement for FERC to issue a decision on a rehearing request within 30 days of receiving it. Additionally, the bill requires FERC to provide a written explanation for any denial of a rehearing request.
Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to expedite the rehearing process for certain types of cases, such as those involving emergency situations or significant public interest. It also establishes a process for parties to seek judicial review if FERC fails to act on a rehearing request within the specified timeframe. Overall, the Right to Timely Rehearings at FERC Act of 2021 aims to improve transparency and accountability within FERC's decision-making process, ensuring that individuals and entities have the opportunity for a timely and fair rehearing of FERC decisions.
Congressional Summary of HR 4746
Right to Timely Rehearings at FERC Act of 2021
This bill revises the rehearing process for petitioners aggrieved by an order issued by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) with respect to licensing for projects under the Federal Power Act. Specifically, the bill revises the process to speed up the time line for FERC to respond to requests for rehearing orders.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4746
Bill HR 4746 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 28, 2021. Bill HR 4746 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 28, 2021. Bill HR 4746's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy. as of July 29, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4746
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4746
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4746
To amend the Federal Power Act with respect to the rehearing process, and for other purposes.
Right to Timely Rehearings at FERC Act of 2021
Right to Timely Rehearings at FERC Act of 2021
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4746
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