Bill · H.R. 3143· House(119-HR-3143)
State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act
- Introduced
- 5/1/2025
- Last activity
- 5/1/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Gabe Evans
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act," aims to amend the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978. It introduces a new standard requiring electric utilities that use integrated resource planning to ensure electric energy reliability over a 10-year period. This is achieved through the operation or procurement of "reliable generation facilities." The bill defines these facilities as those capable of continuous operation for at least 30 days with adequate fuel or contractual obligations, and able to function during emergency and severe weather. Additionally, the bill sets specific timelines for State regulatory authorities and nonregulated utilities to consider and determine these standards.
Yes· 3 of 9
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+4
Consistent energy availability is essential for individuals who rely on electricity-dependent medical equipment.
Would business owners be better off under this?+3
Stable and reliable energy access supports business continuity during severe weather events.
Would farmers be better off under this?+3
Reliable electricity is critical for agricultural operations and stability during extreme weather.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Electric Reliability: Under Section 2(a), electric utilities must establish measures to ensure the reliable availability of electric energy over a 10-year period. This focuses on maintaining the operation of reliable generation facilities or procuring energy from them.
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Enhanced Energy Security during Extremes: Section 2(a)(B)(iii) requires that "reliable generation facilities" have operational characteristics that enable energy generation during emergency and severe weather conditions.
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Continuous Energy Availability: According to Section 2(a)(B), the bill defines reliability through facilities that can operate on a continuous basis for at least 30 days, supported by on-site fuel or contractual obligations.
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Grid Stability Support: Section 2(a)(B)(iv) notes that reliable generation facilities provide essential services such as frequency support and voltage support.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For People With Disabilities+4Good For Business Owners+3Good For Farmers+3Good For Retirees+3Good For Rural Residents+3Good For Low Income Households+2Good For Middle Class Households+2Good For Urban Residents+2
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+3
- 5/1/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Nicholas LangworthyRepublican · New York