HR9945Referred to Committee

To accelerate the modernization of the national electric grid by supporting advanced conductors and related systems, and for other purposes.

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-07-23
Introduced
3
Cosponsors
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Sponsor

George Whitesides
George Whitesides
Democrat · CA · Representative
Votes with party: 93.1% (625 recorded votes)
Top industries funding sponsor:
  • Progressive Groups$254k
  • Climate & Environment$1k
  • Abortion Rights$0k

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Cosponsors (3)

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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

2026-07-23

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Plain-English Summary

The bill would provide support and funding to help upgrade America's electrical grid with newer, more efficient conductor technology and related systems that can better handle modern electricity demands. This would affect utility companies, electrical workers, and ultimately consumers who depend on reliable power, while potentially reducing energy losses during transmission and improving grid reliability across the country.

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