H.R. 447 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
To extend the deadline for commencement of construction of a hydroelectric project.
H.R. 447 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Jan 11, 2017, sponsored by H. Morgan Griffith.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 11, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 0
- Policy area
- Energy
- Public law
- Public Law 115-203
What it does
(Sec.1)This bill authorizes the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), upon request, to extend for up to six years the time period during which construction must commence on the Flannagan Dam and Reservoir Hydroelectric Project located in Dickenson County, Virginia. Additionally, FERC may reinstate the construction license if it is expired.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 11, 2017
- Passed the HouseJun 12, 2017
- Passed the SenateJun 28, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentJul 12, 2018
- Became lawJul 23, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-203. (Jul 23, 2018)
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