To amend Public Law 99-338 with respect to Kaweah Project permits.
Kaweah Hydroelectric Project: Permit Renewal Extension
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill updates the rules for a hydroelectric power project located in Sequoia National Park. It increases the number of times the government can renew the project's operating permits from three times to seven times.
- By allowing more renewals, the bill helps the power plant stay in operation for a longer time. This provides a reliable source of renewable energy for the surrounding community and avoids the need for frequent legislative fixes to keep the plant running.
- The legislation also removes a specific utility company's name from the permit rules. This change makes the law more flexible by allowing different companies or groups to potentially manage the project in the future.
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Milestones
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3226)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1044.
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Source Information
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
To amend Public Law 99-338 with respect to Kaweah Project permits.
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