H.R. 2457
IntroducedJ. Bennett Johnston Waterway Hydropower Extension Act of 2017
Latest Action
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Senate Subcommittee on Water and Power. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 115-505.
2/28/2018 • Senate
Summary
J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Hydropower Extension Act of 2017
(Sec. 2) This bill authorizes the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), upon request, to extend by six years the time period during which construction must commence on the Red River Lock and Dam No. 3, 4, and 5 Hydroelectric Projects located on the Red River in Louisiana.
The licensee is not required to pay an annual charge for administrative expenses until construction commences.
FERC may reinstate the construction license if it is expired.
Passed House amended • 6/12/2017
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Bill Journey
Originated in the House
Introduced
May 16, 2017
Committee Review
June 7, 2017
Subcommittee on Energy Discharged.
Floor Debate
June 12, 2017
Passed Chamber
June 12, 2017
Other Chamber
President
Enacted into Law