HR. 626In Committee
Northwest Energy Security Act
Require federal Columbia River Power System operations to follow the 2020 Columbia River System Operations decision and limit nonstatutory dam changes affecting hydropower and Snake River navigation
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Require federal Columbia River Power System operations to follow the 2020 Columbia River System Operations decision and limit nonstatutory dam changes affecting hydropower and Snake River navigation
Key points
- Require 2020 operations decision compliance
- Require statutory authorization for dam modifications
- Allow amendments for safety or reliability
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-23 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedAlternative and renewable resourcesDams and canalsElectric power generation and transmissionIdahoLakes and riversMontanaOregon