Julie Fedorchak (R-ND)
Recognizing that the retirement of nonintermittent electric generation facilities, before facilities with equal or greater reliability attributes are available, is a threat to the reliability of the United States electric grid.
A Republican resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution addresses concerns regarding the stability of the United States electric grid. It argues that retiring nonintermittent electric generation facilities before reliable replacements are ready poses a threat to grid reliability. The text cites risks of electricity shortages in several transmission regions and shrinking reserve margins. It further notes that environmental regulations are driving the retirement of coal, natural gas, and nuclear generators. Finally, the resolution supports efforts to increase domestic energy production to improve affordability and security.
Yes· 3 of 7
- Scored +5
Would middle-income households be better off under this?
The resolution explicitly states that a competitive energy market will restore prosperity for middle-class men and women.
- Scored +5
Would women be better off under this?
The text mentions the economic benefits will specifically reach middle-class women.
- Scored +5
Would men be better off under this?
The text mentions the economic benefits will specifically reach middle-class men.
The opposite· 3 of 4
- Scored -6
Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced?
The bill explicitly advocates for more domestic energy production, primarily from hydrocarbon-powered sources.
- Scored -5
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
The resolution's focus on maintaining nonintermittent sources like coal and gas and 'unleashing' resources implies a move away from decarbonization goals.
- Scored -4
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?
The text characterizes the rapid interconnection of intermittent sources like solar and wind as a threat to grid reliability.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Grid Reliability: The resolution recognizes that keeping nonintermittent electric generation facilities active can prevent threats to the reliability of the electric grid (Resolution Section 1).
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Increased Affordability: The text states that more domestic energy production will improve the affordability of the electric grid (Whereas clauses) and notes that addressing premature retirements can prevent the raising of prices for United States households (Resolution Section 3).
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Economic Prosperity: The resolution suggests that a free and competitive energy market will restore the United States to prosperity, specifically benefiting middle-class men and women (Whereas clauses).
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Enhanced Security: Increasing domestic energy production is described as a way to improve the economic and military security of the United States (Whereas clauses).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Increased Electricity Prices: The resolution states that current environmental regulations and market-distorting Federal incentives are driving the retirement of certain generating facilities, which raises prices for United States households (Resolution Section 3).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would men be better off under this? — The text mentions the economic benefits will specifically reach middle-class men. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — The resolution explicitly states that a competitive energy market will restore prosperity for middle-class men and women. Would women be better off under this? — The text mentions the economic benefits will specifically reach middle-class women. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill argues that increasing domestic energy production will improve affordability for households.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Is this likely to lower the price at the pump? — The resolution argues that more domestic energy production will improve affordability for households. Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced? — The bill explicitly advocates for more domestic energy production, primarily from hydrocarbon-powered sources. Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — The resolution's focus on maintaining nonintermittent sources like coal and gas and 'unleashing' resources implies a move away from decarbonization goals. Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — The text characterizes the rapid interconnection of intermittent sources like solar and wind as a threat to grid reliability. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill criticizes existing environmental regulations as 'burdensome' drivers of energy facility retirements.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The resolution suggests that increasing domestic energy production and a competitive energy market will restore national prosperity. Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — By addressing grid reliability and preventing premature facility retirements, the bill aims to protect consumers from electricity shortages and price spikes.
- 4/2/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
Laurel LeeRepublican · Florida