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Recognizing the role and responsibilities of Texas operating the Electric Reliability Council of Texas and condemning any action to federalize the Texas electricity markets.
3/18/2024, 10:28 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 1064
Bill 118 HRES 1064, also known as the resolution recognizing the role and responsibilities of Texas in operating the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and condemning any action to federalize the Texas electricity markets, was introduced in the US Congress. The resolution highlights the importance of Texas in managing its own electricity grid through ERCOT, which is responsible for ensuring the reliability and stability of the state's electricity supply.
The resolution emphasizes that Texas has a unique energy market structure that has allowed for innovation and competition in the electricity sector. It acknowledges the challenges faced by Texas during extreme weather events, such as the winter storm in February 2021, but asserts that these challenges should be addressed at the state level rather than through federal intervention.
Furthermore, the resolution condemns any efforts to federalize the Texas electricity markets, arguing that such actions would undermine the state's ability to effectively manage its own energy resources. It calls for continued support for Texas in maintaining its independence in regulating its electricity market. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1064 seeks to affirm Texas' role in overseeing its electricity grid and opposes any attempts to federalize the state's energy markets. It underscores the importance of state autonomy in managing energy resources and responding to energy challenges.
The resolution emphasizes that Texas has a unique energy market structure that has allowed for innovation and competition in the electricity sector. It acknowledges the challenges faced by Texas during extreme weather events, such as the winter storm in February 2021, but asserts that these challenges should be addressed at the state level rather than through federal intervention.
Furthermore, the resolution condemns any efforts to federalize the Texas electricity markets, arguing that such actions would undermine the state's ability to effectively manage its own energy resources. It calls for continued support for Texas in maintaining its independence in regulating its electricity market. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1064 seeks to affirm Texas' role in overseeing its electricity grid and opposes any attempts to federalize the state's energy markets. It underscores the importance of state autonomy in managing energy resources and responding to energy challenges.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1064
Bill HRES 1064 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 6, 2024. Bill HRES 1064 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 6, 2024. Bill HRES 1064's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 6, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1064
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
18Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
18Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1064
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1064
Recognizing the role and responsibilities of Texas operating the Electric Reliability Council of Texas and condemning any action to federalize the Texas electricity markets.
Recognizing the role and responsibilities of Texas operating the Electric Reliability Council of Texas and condemning any action to federalize the Texas electricity markets.
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