To extend the deadline under the Federal Power Act for the construction of a hydroelectric project located in the State of Washington, and for other purposes.
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Became Public Law No: 105-190.
Official Summary
Directs the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, upon request of the project licensee, to extend for a maximum of three consecutive two-year periods the time period during which the licensee is required to commence construction of a certain hydroelectric project in the State of Washington. Provides for reinstatement of any currently expired license.
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AI Government Intelligence™This bill directs the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to extend the deadline for commencing construction of a specific hydroelectric project in Washington State. The extension can be granted upon request by the project licensee and may last for up to three consecutive two-year periods. Additionally, the bill allows for the reinstatement of any license that has already expired for this project. The purpose is to provide additional time for the project to begin construction under the Federal Power Act.
The law extends the construction deadline for a hydroelectric project in Washington by allowing multiple two-year extensions and reinstating expired licenses, thereby providing more time for project development under federal regulation.
- Authorizes FERC to grant up to three consecutive two-year extensions for construction start deadlines upon licensee request.
- Applies specifically to a hydroelectric project located in the State of Washington.
- Allows reinstatement of any currently expired license related to this project.
['The licensee or developer of the hydroelectric project in Washington State', 'Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) as the regulatory authority', 'Potentially the energy sector involved in hydroelectric power generation in Washington']
['Extending deadlines may delay project completion and associated benefits such as energy production.', 'Reinstating expired licenses could raise questions about regulatory oversight and enforcement consistency.', 'The bill does not specify additional oversight or conditions for granting extensions, which may affect accountability.']
The bill was introduced in the House during the 105th Congress and was signed into law on July 14, 1998, becoming Public Law No: 105-190. It addresses a specific regulatory and project timeline issue under the Federal Power Act related to hydroelectric development in Washington State.
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['Delays in construction start could postpone the availability of hydroelectric power from the project, potentially affecting regional energy supply.', 'Reinstating expired licenses might set a precedent for other projects seeking similar extensions or reinstatements, influencing future regulatory practices.']
The bill’s provisions for extending deadlines and reinstating expired licenses highlight the importance of monitoring regulatory compliance and enforcement. Transparency around the criteria and oversight for granting extensions and reinstatements would be critical to ensure accountability and timely project development.
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