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
Legislative Progress
House
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.
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Jan 13, 2026
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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