S. 3034 · In committee · Energy

Reliable Power Act

What it does

Requires the ERO to conduct annual long-term assessments of the bulk-power system's ability to supply sufficient electric energy, analyzing generation resource mix, transmission development, demand trends, and risks of supply shortfalls under normal and extreme weather conditions.
Directs the ERO to publicly notify FERC when the bulk-power system faces generation inadequacy and may collect data from users, owners, and operators of the bulk-power system to conduct assessments.
Requires FERC to notify the Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency, and other relevant Cabinet-level agencies when generation inadequacy is declared.
Requires Cabinet-level agencies to submit to FERC for review any regulations under development or consideration that directly affect generation resources in the bulk-power system, with submission deadlines tied to OMB review or Federal Register publication.
Prohibits a Federal agency from finalizing a covered agency action affecting generation resources until the agency responds to FERC comments and FERC determines the action is not likely to significantly harm bulk-power system reliability.

Apr 15, 2026: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Energy. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 119-366.

Committee: Senate Energy Subcommittee