Rep. Whitesides Introduces Major Bipartisan Bill to Lower Energy Costs, Modernize the Grid, and Reduce Wildfire Risk

This press release from Representative George Whitesides (D-CA) was published on 2026-07-23 and titled "Rep. Whitesides Introduces Major Bipartisan Bill to Lower Energy Costs, Modernize the Grid, and Reduce Wildfire Risk".

Rep. Whitesides Introduces Major Bipartisan Bill to Lower Energy Costs, Modernize the Grid, and Reduce Wildfire Risk

The Lowering Energy Costs through Grid Modernization Act would speed deployment of advanced conductors on existing power line corridors, getting cheaper energy to consumers faster. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. George Whitesides (D-CA) and Rep. Pat Harrigan (R-NC) introduced the Lowering Energy Costs through Grid Modernization Act, with Reps. Sean Casten (D-IL) and Abraham Hamadeh (R-AZ) joining as original cosponsors. The legislation – supported by industry, environmental groups, labor, [ ]