Local and Tribal governments could get money when large power line projects are built in their areas. They could use most of it for local needs, but at least 20% must support conservation or outdoor recreation.
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Energizing Our Communities Act is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Latest action on S. 2835: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects local governments and Indian Tribes where large power line projects are built. They could receive federal money for local services, infrastructure, conservation, and recreation. It also affects the Department of Energy, which would run the fund, set the payment formula, notify eligible communities, and report to Congress. Transmission developers could also feel the effects because community payments may shape local views of major power line projects.
Why this matters: Large power lines can affect the communities they pass through, and this bill would give those communities a direct source of money. That could change how local and Tribal governments view new transmission projects. The money could support basic services, local infrastructure, conservation work, and outdoor access. The actual impact would depend on how much interest money flows into the fund and how many projects qualify.
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Officially: Energizing Our Communities Act
Local and Tribal governments could get money when large power line projects are built in their areas. They could use most of it for local needs, but at least 20% must support conservation or outdoor recreation.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend S2835. Modern Action explains Energizing Our Communities Act in plain English, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Energy and Natural Resources
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (9/17/2025)
Senate Floor Vote
Voted on by Senate
Passed Senate
Approved by Senate
House Review
Sent to House for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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