Only the right has signed this so far (Bill Ranking)
H.R. 3628 · 119th Congress (2025-2026)
2 members · Left 0 · Center 0 · Right 2 (Bill Ranking)
| Sponsor | Rep. Evans, Gabe (R-CO) (Introduced 05/29/2025) |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Voting Record | Lean right · DW-NOMINATE +0.34 · measured from every roll-call vote this member has cast (voteview.com) (Sponsor Ranking) |
| Support |
LLLCLRR support across the spectrum: 2 members signed on (Bill Ranking) this bill: sponsor + current cosponsors, each once |
| Committees | Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Committee; House - Energy and Commerce Committee; House - Energy and Commerce Committee; House - Energy and Commerce Committee |
| Latest Action | 12/15/2025 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. |
| Roll Call Votes | 1 |
| Source | view on congress.gov → |
Reported to House (09/19/2025)
State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act
This bill requires certain state authorities that regulate electric utilities to consider the establishment of measures regarding the reliable availability of electricity over specified time periods. These requirements would apply to electric utilities that use integrated resource plans—plans that project future electricity use to ensure resource adequacy, as opposed to utilities that rely on capacity markets, which use price trends for resource planning.
Specifically, the state authorities must consider requiring the integrated resource plans of electric utilities to include measures to ensure the reliable availability of electric energy over a 10-year period to maintain the operation of reliable generation facilities or the procurement of electric energy from reliable generation facilities.
The bill defines reliable generation facilities as facilities that
119 HR 3628 EH: State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act U.S. House of Representatives text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IB 119th CONGRESS1st Session H. R. 3628
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AN ACT To amend the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to add a standard related to State consideration of reliable generation, and for other purposes.
1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act.
2.State consideration of reliable generation (a)In generalSection 111(d) of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2621(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following: (22)Ensuring electric reliability with reliable generation facilities (A)In generalEach State regulated electric utility that employs integrated resource planning shall establish, as part of such integrated resource planning, measures, sufficient to ensure the reliable availability of electric energy over a 10-year period, to maintain— (i)the operation of reliable generation facilities; or (ii)the procurement of electric energy from reliable generation facilities. (B)Reliable generation facility definedIn this paragraph, the term reliable generation facility means an electric generation facility that ensures the reliable availability of electric energy by— (i)having operational characteristics to enable the generation of electric energy on a continuous basis for a period of not fewer than 30 days; (ii)having— (I)adequate fuel, or a continuously available energy source, on-site to enable the generation of electric energy on a continuous basis for a period of not fewer than 30 days; or (II)contractual obligations that ensure adequate fuel supply to achieve the generation of electric energy on a continuous basis for a period of not fewer than 30 days; (iii)having operational characteristics to enable the generation of electric energy during emergency and severe weather conditions; and (iv)providing essential services related to the reliable availability of electric energy, including frequency support and voltage support.. (b)Conforming amendments (1)Obligations to consider and determineSection 112 of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2622) is amended— (A)in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following: (9) (A)Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this paragraph, each State regulatory authority (with respect to each State regulated electric utility for which the State has ratemaking authority) shall commence consideration under section 111, or set a hearing date for consideration, with respect to the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d). (B)Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this paragraph, each State regulatory authority (with respect to each State regulated electric utility for which the State has ratemaking authority) shall complete the consideration and make the determination under section 111 with respect to the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d).; (B)in subsection (c)— (i)by striking subsection (b)(2) and inserting subsection (b); and (ii)by inserting In the case of the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d), the reference contained in this subsection to the date of enactment of this Act shall be deemed to be a reference to the date of enactment of that paragraph (22). after paragraph (21).; and (C)by adding at the end the following: (i)Other prior State actionsSubsections (b) and (c) shall not apply to the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d) in the case of any State regulated electric utility in a State if, before the date of enactment of this subsection— (1)the State has implemented for the State regulated electric utility the standard (or a comparable standard); (2)the State regulatory authority for the State has conducted a proceeding to consider implementation of the standard (or a comparable standard) for the State regulated electric utility; or (3)the State legislature has voted on the implementation of the standard (or a comparable standard) for the State regulated electric utility during the 3-year period ending on that date of enactment. . (2)Prior and pending proceedingsSection 124 of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2634) is amended by inserting In the case of the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d), the reference contained in this section to the date of enactment of this Act shall be deemed to be a reference to the date of enactment of that paragraph (22). after paragraph (21)..
3.GAO report on effectiveness of integrated resource planning in ensuring sufficient reliable generation facilities (a)ReportNot later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the effectiveness of integrated resource planning employed by State regulated electric utilities prior to the implementation of section 111(d)(22) of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2621(d)(22)), as added by section 2 of this Act, in ensuring sufficient reliable generation facilities to maintain the reliability, stability, and affordability of electric service for electric consumers. (b)DefinitionsIn this section: (1)Electric consumer; integrated resource planning; State regulated electric utilityThe terms electric consumer, integrated resource planning, and State regulated electric utility have the meanings given such terms, respectively, in section 3 of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2602). (2)Reliable generation facilityThe term reliable generation facility has the meaning given such term in section 111(d)(22) of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2621(d)(22)), as added by section 2 of this Act. Passed the House of Representatives December 11, 2025.Kevin F. McCumber,Clerk.
119 HR 3628 IH: State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act U.S. House of Representatives 2025-05-29 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. I119th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 3628IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESMay 29, 2025Mr. Evans of Colorado (for himself and Mr. Langworthy) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and CommerceA BILLTo amend the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to add a standard related to State consideration of reliable generation, and for other purposes.
1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act.
2.State consideration of reliable generation (a)In generalSection 111(d) of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2621(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following: (22)Ensuring electric reliability with reliable generation facilities (A)In generalEach State regulated electric utility that employs integrated resource planning shall establish, as part of such integrated resource planning, measures, sufficient to ensure the reliable availability of electric energy over a 10-year period, to maintain— (i)the operation of reliable generation facilities; or (ii)the procurement of electric energy from reliable generation facilities. (B) Reliable generation facility defined In this paragraph, the term reliable generation facility means an electric generation facility that ensures the reliable availability of electric energy by— (i) having operational characteristics to enable the generation of electric energy on a continuous basis for a period of not fewer than 30 days; (ii) having— (I) adequate fuel, or a continuously available energy source, on-site to enable the generation of electric energy on a continuous basis for a period of not fewer than 30 days; or (II) contractual obligations that ensure adequate fuel supply to achieve the generation of electric energy on a continuous basis for a period of not fewer than 30 days; (iii) having operational characteristics to enable the generation of electric energy during emergency and severe weather conditions; and (iv) providing essential services related to the reliable availability of electric energy, including frequency support and voltage support. . (b)Conforming amendments (1)Obligations to consider and determineSection 112 of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2622) is amended— (A)in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following: (9) (A)Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this paragraph, each State regulatory authority (with respect to each State regulated electric utility for which the State has ratemaking authority) shall commence consideration under section 111, or set a hearing date for consideration, with respect to the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d). (B)Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this paragraph, each State regulatory authority (with respect to each State regulated electric utility for which the State has ratemaking authority) shall complete the consideration and make the determination under section 111 with respect to the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d).; (B)in subsection (c)— (i)by striking subsection (b)(2) and inserting subsection (b); and (ii)by inserting In the case of the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d), the reference contained in this subsection to the date of enactment of this Act shall be deemed to be a reference to the date of enactment of that paragraph (22). after paragraph (21).; and (C)by adding at the end the following: (i)Other prior State actionsSubsections (b) and (c) shall not apply to the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d) in the case of any State regulated electric utility in a State if, before the date of enactment of this subsection— (1)the State has implemented for the State regulated electric utility the standard (or a comparable standard); (2)the State regulatory authority for the State has conducted a proceeding to consider implementation of the standard (or a comparable standard) for the State regulated electric utility; or (3)the State legislature has voted on the implementation of the standard (or a comparable standard) for the State regulated electric utility during the 3-year period ending on that date of enactment. . (2)Prior and pending proceedingsSection 124 of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2634) is amended by inserting In the case of the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d), the reference contained in this section to the date of enactment of this Act shall be deemed to be a reference to the date of enactment of that paragraph (22). after paragraph (21)..
119 HR 3628 : State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act U.S. House of Representatives 2025-12-15 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IIB 119th CONGRESS1st Session H. R. 3628
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 15, 2025 Received; read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources AN ACT To amend the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to add a standard related to State consideration of reliable generation, and for other purposes.
1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act.
2.State consideration of reliable generation (a)In generalSection 111(d) of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2621(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following: (22)Ensuring electric reliability with reliable generation facilities (A)In generalEach State regulated electric utility that employs integrated resource planning shall establish, as part of such integrated resource planning, measures, sufficient to ensure the reliable availability of electric energy over a 10-year period, to maintain— (i)the operation of reliable generation facilities; or (ii)the procurement of electric energy from reliable generation facilities. (B)Reliable generation facility definedIn this paragraph, the term reliable generation facility means an electric generation facility that ensures the reliable availability of electric energy by— (i)having operational characteristics to enable the generation of electric energy on a continuous basis for a period of not fewer than 30 days; (ii)having— (I)adequate fuel, or a continuously available energy source, on-site to enable the generation of electric energy on a continuous basis for a period of not fewer than 30 days; or (II)contractual obligations that ensure adequate fuel supply to achieve the generation of electric energy on a continuous basis for a period of not fewer than 30 days; (iii)having operational characteristics to enable the generation of electric energy during emergency and severe weather conditions; and (iv)providing essential services related to the reliable availability of electric energy, including frequency support and voltage support.. (b)Conforming amendments (1)Obligations to consider and determineSection 112 of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2622) is amended— (A)in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following: (9) (A)Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this paragraph, each State regulatory authority (with respect to each State regulated electric utility for which the State has ratemaking authority) shall commence consideration under section 111, or set a hearing date for consideration, with respect to the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d). (B)Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this paragraph, each State regulatory authority (with respect to each State regulated electric utility for which the State has ratemaking authority) shall complete the consideration and make the determination under section 111 with respect to the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d).; (B)in subsection (c)— (i)by striking subsection (b)(2) and inserting subsection (b); and (ii)by inserting In the case of the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d), the reference contained in this subsection to the date of enactment of this Act shall be deemed to be a reference to the date of enactment of that paragraph (22). after paragraph (21).; and (C)by adding at the end the following: (i)Other prior State actionsSubsections (b) and (c) shall not apply to the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d) in the case of any State regulated electric utility in a State if, before the date of enactment of this subsection— (1)the State has implemented for the State regulated electric utility the standard (or a comparable standard); (2)the State regulatory authority for the State has conducted a proceeding to consider implementation of the standard (or a comparable standard) for the State regulated electric utility; or (3)the State legislature has voted on the implementation of the standard (or a comparable standard) for the State regulated electric utility during the 3-year period ending on that date of enactment. . (2)Prior and pending proceedingsSection 124 of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2634) is amended by inserting In the case of the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d), the reference contained in this section to the date of enactment of this Act shall be deemed to be a reference to the date of enactment of that paragraph (22). after paragraph (21)..
3.GAO report on effectiveness of integrated resource planning in ensuring sufficient reliable generation facilities (a)ReportNot later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the effectiveness of integrated resource planning employed by State regulated electric utilities prior to the implementation of section 111(d)(22) of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2621(d)(22)), as added by section 2 of this Act, in ensuring sufficient reliable generation facilities to maintain the reliability, stability, and affordability of electric service for electric consumers. (b)DefinitionsIn this section: (1)Electric consumer; integrated resource planning; State regulated electric utilityThe terms electric consumer, integrated resource planning, and State regulated electric utility have the meanings given such terms, respectively, in section 3 of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2602). (2)Reliable generation facilityThe term reliable generation facility has the meaning given such term in section 111(d)(22) of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2621(d)(22)), as added by section 2 of this Act. Passed the House of Representatives December 11, 2025.Kevin F. McCumber,Clerk.
119 HR 3628 RH: State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act U.S. House of Representatives 2025-09-19 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IBUnion Calendar No. 260119th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 3628[Report No. 119–306]IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESMay 29, 2025Mr. Evans of Colorado (for himself and Mr. Langworthy) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and CommerceSeptember 19, 2025Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and ordered to be printedA BILLTo amend the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to add a standard related to State consideration of reliable generation, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act.2.State consideration of reliable generation(a)In generalSection 111(d) of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2621(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following:(22)Ensuring electric reliability with reliable generation facilities(A)In generalEach State regulated electric utility that employs integrated resource planning shall establish, as part of such integrated resource planning, measures, sufficient to ensure the reliable availability of electric energy over a 10-year period, to maintain—(i)the operation of reliable generation facilities; or(ii)the procurement of electric energy from reliable generation facilities.(B)Reliable generation facility definedIn this paragraph, the term reliable generation facility means an electric generation facility that ensures the reliable availability of electric energy by—(i)having operational characteristics to enable the generation of electric energy on a continuous basis for a period of not fewer than 30 days;(ii)having—(I)adequate fuel, or a continuously available energy source, on-site to enable the generation of electric energy on a continuous basis for a period of not fewer than 30 days; or(II)contractual obligations that ensure adequate fuel supply to achieve the generation of electric energy on a continuous basis for a period of not fewer than 30 days;(iii)having operational characteristics to enable the generation of electric energy during emergency and severe weather conditions; and(iv)providing essential services related to the reliable availability of electric energy, including frequency support and voltage support..(b)Conforming amendments(1)Obligations to consider and determineSection 112 of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2622) is amended—(A)in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following:(9)(A)Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this paragraph, each State regulatory authority (with respect to each State regulated electric utility for which the State has ratemaking authority) shall commence consideration under section 111, or set a hearing date for consideration, with respect to the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d).(B)Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this paragraph, each State regulatory authority (with respect to each State regulated electric utility for which the State has ratemaking authority) shall complete the consideration and make the determination under section 111 with respect to the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d).;(B)in subsection (c)—(i)by striking subsection (b)(2) and inserting subsection (b); and(ii)by inserting In the case of the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d), the reference contained in this subsection to the date of enactment of this Act shall be deemed to be a reference to the date of enactment of that paragraph (22). after paragraph (21).; and(C)by adding at the end the following:(i)Other prior State actionsSubsections (b) and (c) shall not apply to the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d) in the case of any State regulated electric utility in a State if, before the date of enactment of this subsection—(1)the State has implemented for the State regulated electric utility the standard (or a comparable standard);(2)the State regulatory authority for the State has conducted a proceeding to consider implementation of the standard (or a comparable standard) for the State regulated electric utility; or(3)the State legislature has voted on the implementation of the standard (or a comparable standard) for the State regulated electric utility during the 3-year period ending on that date of enactment. .(2)Prior and pending proceedingsSection 124 of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2634) is amended by inserting In the case of the standard established by paragraph (22) of section 111(d), the reference contained in this section to the date of enactment of this Act shall be deemed to be a reference to the date of enactment of that paragraph (22). after paragraph (21)..September 19, 2025Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and ordered to be printed
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| Date | Chamber | All Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 05/29/2025 | Library of Congress | Introduced in House |
| 05/29/2025 | Library of Congress | Introduced in House |
| 05/29/2025 | House floor actions | Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. |
| 06/03/2025 | House committee actions | Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy. |
| 06/05/2025 | House committee actions | Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held |
| 06/05/2025 | House committee actions | Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote. |
| 06/25/2025 | House committee actions | Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held |
| 06/25/2025 | House committee actions | Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 25 - 23. |
| 09/19/2025 | Library of Congress | Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-306. |
| 09/19/2025 | House floor actions | Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-306. |
| 09/19/2025 | House floor actions | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 260. |
| 12/09/2025 | House floor actions | Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 936 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, H.R. 3628, H.R. 3668 and S. 1071. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, and H.R. 3628 under a structured rule; and H.R. 3668 and S. 1071 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, H.R. 3628, and H.R. 3668; and one motion to commit on S. 1071. |
| 12/10/2025 | House floor actions | Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 936. (consideration: CR H5522-5528; text: CR H5522-5523) |
| 12/10/2025 | House floor actions | Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, H.R. 3628, H.R. 3668 and S. 1071. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, and H.R. 3628 under a structured rule; and H.R. 3668 and S. 1071 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, H.R. 3628, and H.R. 3668; and one motion to commit on S. 1071. |
| 12/10/2025 | House floor actions | DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 3628. |
| 12/10/2025 | House floor actions | DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 936, the House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Moore (WV) amendment No. 1 |
| 12/10/2025 | House floor actions | POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 3628, the Chair put the question on passage of the bill and by voice vote announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Pallone demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced. |
| 12/11/2025 | House floor actions | Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5789) |
| 12/11/2025 | Library of Congress | Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 207 (Roll no. 323). |
| 12/11/2025 | House floor actions | On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 207 (Roll no. 323). |
| 12/11/2025 | House floor actions | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 12/15/2025 | Senate | Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. |
| Title Type | Title |
|---|---|
| Short Titles from RFS (Referred to Senate) bill text | State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act |
| Short Title(s) as Passed House | State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act |
| Official Titles from EH (Engrossed in House) bill text | To amend the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to add a standard related to State consideration of reliable generation, and for other purposes. |
| Short Title(s) as Reported to House | State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act |
| Display Title | State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act |
| Short Title(s) as Introduced | State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act |
| Official Title as Introduced | To amend the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to add a standard related to State consideration of reliable generation, and for other purposes. |
| Amendment | Sponsor | Purpose | Latest Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAMDT 117 | Rep. Moore, Riley M. [R-WV-2] | 12/10/2025 On agreeing to the Moore (WV) amendment (A001) Agreed to by voice vote. |
* = Original cosponsor
| Committee | Activity |
|---|---|
| Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Committee | 12/15/2025 Referred To |
| House - Energy and Commerce Committee | 09/19/2025 Reported By |
| House - Energy and Commerce Committee | 06/25/2025 Markup By |
| House - Energy and Commerce Committee | 05/29/2025 Referred To |
Policy Area: Energy
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