Bills · HR 7043
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7043Energy
To amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to reauthorize the transmission facilitation program.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenElectric utility companies and other businesses that build and manage major power lines would be most directly affected, as they would continue to have access to federal loans and other financial tools to help fund expensive infrastructure projects. This support can make it easier to start or complete projects that might otherwise struggle to get funding.
Ultimately, electricity consumers could be affected. A more modern and reliable power grid, built with the help of this program, can lead to more stable electricity service and the ability to integrate diverse energy sources, which could influence the cost and availability of power over time.
KEY PROVISIONS
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The bill amends Section 40106(d)(3) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to extend the timeframe of the Transmission Facilitation Program.
This provision ensures the program continues to provide financial support for major electricity transmission projects for an additional five years.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJAN 13
Introduced in House
JAN 13
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7043
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 13, 2026
Last actionJan 13, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 13, 2026
House BillHR 7043Energy
To amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to reauthorize the transmission facilitation program.
INTRODUCED JAN 13, 2026· LAST ACTION JAN 13, 2026
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