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Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7043

To amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to reauthorize the transmission facilitation program.

Congress moves to extend federal transmission facilitation program through 2031 to support major power lines

3 months ago·View on Congress.gov

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Key Points

  • Congress would extend the transmission facilitation program from 2026 through 2031.
  • This program is meant to help build or upgrade big power lines that move electricity across regions.
  • If it passes, it could make it easier to connect new power sources and reduce grid bottlenecks over time.
  • Most people wouldn’t see an instant change, but it could affect long-term reliability and costs in areas needing more transmission.
EnergyInfrastructureRenewable Energy

Impact Analysis

Personal Impact

How this policy affects specific groups of people

Mixed Impacts(3)
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Positive Impacts(2)
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Milestones

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Jan 13, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Jan 13, 2026

Introduced in House

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

To amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to reauthorize the transmission facilitation program.

Bill NumberHR 7043
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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