Bills · HR 6633
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 6633Energy efficiency and conservationEnergy storage, supplies, demand
High-Capacity Grid Act
INTRO DEC 11· LAST ACTION SEP 16
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it tries to push for a more efficient and capable national electricity grid. If passed, it means that new or upgraded high-voltage power lines across the country would likely be built with the most advanced wire technology available, making them better at carrying electricity and losing less energy along the way. This could potentially reduce overall electricity waste, improve the grid's capacity to handle more power (including from renewable sources), and increase reliability.
Without this bill, power companies might continue to use less efficient, older technology for power lines if it's cheaper or easier to install, even if it means more energy is lost during transmission. The bill aims to accelerate the adoption of new technology by creating financial incentives for utilities to invest in these advanced materials, impacting the future cost and efficiency of electricity for all Americans.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a "best-available transmission conductor" standard for certain power line projects.
This sets a new, higher bar for the quality and efficiency of materials used in critical energy infrastructure.
PROVISION 02
Creates a presumption that using "best-available" conductors is financially "prudent" for utilities, making cost recovery easier.
This provides a strong financial incentive for power companies to choose and invest in advanced power line technology.
PROVISION 03
Creates a presumption against cost recovery if utilities don't use "best-available" conductors for covered projects.
This serves as a disincentive for using less efficient or older technology in major power line projects.
PROVISION 04
Requires the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to define "best-available" conductors and periodically update this definition.
Ensures that the standard adapts to new technologies and keeps the grid at the cutting edge of efficiency and capacity.
PROVISION 05
Applies to new construction, modifications, upgrades, replacements, or reconductoring of existing transmission lines under FERC's jurisdiction.
This provision defines the scope of projects where the new standards and presumptions will apply, covering a broad range of infrastructure improvements.
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ACTION TIMELINE
42 EVENTSSEP 16
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
SEP 15
Mr. Guthrie moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
SEP 15
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5662-5663)
SEP 15
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 6633.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 6633
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedDec 11, 2025
Last actionSep 16, 2026
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 11, 2025
House BillHR 6633Energy efficiency and conservationEnergy storage, supplies, demand
High-Capacity Grid Act
INTRODUCED DEC 11, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 16, 2026
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READING
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COSPONSORS
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