Federal SB1020 allows the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to extend the construction period for certain hydropower projects.
Federal SB1020 requires the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to extend the time period during which licensees must start construction on certain hydropower projects. The extension can last up to 6 additional years beyond the 8 years authorized by the Federal Power Act. The extension can be granted in up to three consecutive 2-year periods, starting after the final extension granted under the Federal Power Act expires. The extension ends no later than 6 years after the latest date the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission can extend the construction period under the Federal Power Act.
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