H.R. 1109 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
To amend section 203 of the Federal Power Act.
H.R. 1109 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Feb 16, 2017, sponsored by Tim Walberg with 8 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Feb 16, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 8
- Policy area
- Energy
- Public law
- Public Law 115-247
What it does
(Sec.1)This bill amends the Federal Power Act with respect to the prohibition regarding mergers or consolidations by a public utility. Any merger or consolidation of a public utility whose value exceeds $10 million must first be authorized by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Tim Walberg (R-MI). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 6 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 16, 2017
- Passed the HouseJun 12, 2017
- Passed the SenateSep 4, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentSep 18, 2018
- Became lawSep 28, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-247. (Sep 28, 2018)
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Committees
- Energy and Natural Resources Committee
- Energy and Commerce Committee
More
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