A bill to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to reform the interconnection queue process for the prioritization and approval of certain projects, and for other purposes.

Bill 119 s 465, also known as the "Interconnection Queue Reform Act," aims to address the current process for approving energy projects by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). The bill specifically focuses on reforming the interconnection queue process, which determines the prioritization and approval of certain energy projects.

The main goal of the bill is to streamline and improve the current interconnection queue process in order to expedite the approval of energy projects. This is seen as crucial in order to meet the growing demand for clean and reliable energy sources in the United States.

The bill requires FERC to implement reforms that will make the interconnection queue process more efficient and transparent. This includes establishing clear timelines for project approval, improving communication between stakeholders, and ensuring that projects are prioritized based on their potential benefits to the energy grid. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to address any potential conflicts of interest within FERC and to ensure that the agency is acting in the best interest of the public. This includes requiring FERC commissioners to recuse themselves from any decisions that may present a conflict of interest. Overall, Bill 119 s 465 aims to modernize the interconnection queue process in order to facilitate the timely approval of energy projects that will benefit the American energy grid. By implementing these reforms, the bill seeks to promote the development of clean and reliable energy sources while ensuring that FERC operates in a fair and transparent manner.