S. 1020Became Law

A bill to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to extend the time period during which licensees are required to commence construction of certain hydropower projects.

Authorizes FERC to extend construction start deadlines for certain pre-2020 hydropower licenses and to reinstate related expired licenses

What this bill does

Authorizes FERC to extend construction start deadlines for certain pre-2020 hydropower licenses and to reinstate related expired licenses

Key points
  • Authorize deadline extensions
  • Allow license reinstatement

Where it stands

Status
Became Law
Latest action
2026-05-11Became Public Law No: 119-90.

Topics and policy areas

undefinedAlternative and renewable resourcesDams and canalsElectric power generation and transmissionEnergyInfrastructure developmentLicensing and registrations