Public Engagement at FERC Act

Summary

Public Engagement at FERC Act This bill amends the Federal Power Act to revise and expand the Office of Public Participation in the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and rename it as the Office of Public Participation and Consumer Advocacy. The office may participate in FERC proceedings on rates, service, and infrastructure siting to represent the interests of the public and issue guidance for potential improvements to industry and FERC practices. Additionally, the office must establish a Public and Consumer Advocacy Advisory Committee to review rates, services, and disputes and make recommendations to the office.

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Timeline

1. 25 May 2017

   Introduced

   Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

   Source: IntroReferral

2. 25 May 2017

   Introduced

   Introduced in Senate

   Source: IntroReferral

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• Introduced in Senate · 25 May 2017 · Download file

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Sponsors

• Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH] · D · Sponsor
• Sen. Franken, Al [D-MN] · D · Sponsor
• Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA] · D · Sponsor
• Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH] · D · Sponsor
• Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] · D · Sponsor
• Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] · D · Sponsor
• Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT] · I · Cosponsor
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