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BIG WIRES Act

3/13/2024, 5:20 PM

Summary of Bill S 2827

The BIG WIRES Act, also known as Bill 118 s 2827, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of outdated and inefficient infrastructure in the United States, specifically focusing on the country's electrical grid.

The BIG WIRES Act aims to modernize and expand the nation's electrical grid by investing in new technologies and infrastructure upgrades. This includes the development of new transmission lines, substations, and other necessary components to improve the reliability and efficiency of the grid.

Additionally, the bill seeks to promote the integration of renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power, into the grid. By expanding the capacity of the grid and incorporating more clean energy sources, the BIG WIRES Act aims to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. Furthermore, the legislation includes provisions to streamline the permitting process for new infrastructure projects, in order to expedite the development of the grid upgrades. This is intended to encourage private investment in the grid and create jobs in the clean energy sector. Overall, the BIG WIRES Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to modernize and improve the nation's electrical grid, promote clean energy sources, and stimulate economic growth. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to address the challenges of an outdated infrastructure system, while opponents raise concerns about the cost and potential impact on the environment.

Current Status of Bill S 2827

Bill S 2827 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 18, 2023. Bill S 2827 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 18, 2023.  Bill S 2827's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of September 18, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2827

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2827

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2827

BIG WIRES Act
BIG WIRES Act
Building Integrated Grids With Inter-Regional Energy Supply Act
A bill to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to establish minimum interregional transfer capabilities, and for other purposes.

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