S3976Referred to Committee

Connect the Grid Act of 2026

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-03-03
Introduced
1
Cosponsors
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Sponsor

Edward J. Markey
Edward J. Markey
Democrat · MA · Senator
Votes with party: 85.3% (852 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (1)

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

2026-03-03

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Plain-English Summary

This bill would likely make it easier and faster to build new power lines and upgrade the electrical grid to handle renewable energy sources like wind and solar. It probably streamlines the permitting process and reduces regulatory delays that currently slow down grid modernization projects, affecting energy companies, utilities, and ultimately consumers who depend on reliable electricity. The goal appears to be connecting more clean energy sources to the grid and improving the overall reliability of America's power infrastructure.

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