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...
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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.