Search Results: keywords:"grid interconnection"

  • S. 4664 — To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a program to promote the use of artificial intelligence to support the missions of the Department of Energy, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:5,621

    S. 4664, titled the "Department of Energy AI Act," aims to establish a program under the Secretary of Energy to boost the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for supporting the Department's missions related to science, energy, and national security. The bill includes...

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    The Department of Energy AI Act wants to help computers get really smart so they can take on big jobs for the government, like making energy and keeping everyone safe, and promises to spend a lot of money to make sure smart computer programs are used wisely and taught to lots of different people.

  • H. R. 7348 — To interconnect the Electric Reliability Council of Texas to its neighbors, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:2,088

    H.R. 7348, also known as the “Connect the Grid Act,” proposes to connect the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) with neighboring grids to enhance electric reliability and transfer capacity. The bill amends parts of the Federal Power Act to facilitate this...

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    H.R. 7348 is a plan to help Texas share its electricity with its neighbors so everyone can have more reliable power. It wants to use more clean energy and connect with Mexico too, but it needs to be careful with spending money.

  • S. 3855 — To interconnect the Electric Reliability Council of Texas to its neighbors, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:2,244

    S. 3855, titled the “Connect the Grid Act of 2024,” aims to link the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) with neighboring electric grids. The bill proposes modifying the Federal Power Act to facilitate this connection, mandating minimum transfer capabilities between...

    Simple Explanation

    The Connect the Grid Act of 2024 wants to link Texas's electric power grid with nearby states, making it easier to share electricity. It plans to spend more money to build this connection, but some people worry about how that money will be managed properly.