Power grid
How the power grid is upgraded and protected from storms and outages, and how new power lines are planned, built and paid for.
What they call for
DemocratsRepublicans2 new members addressed this issue (with these filters). Many call for more than one thing.
Make the grid reliable and resilient against storms and outages
1 member“After every hurricane, families wait too long to get the lights back on. I'll push to harden our grid so Southwest Florida recovers faster.”View on their website ↗
Make data centers and tech companies pay for grid expansion
1 member“Every major project should be evaluated on its actual benefits, costs and long-term consequences: Where will its water come from, and how much will it use during Arizona’s hottest months? How much electricity will it require, and what new infrastructure will be needed? Will the company pay those costs, or will families and small businesses see them shifted onto their utility bills? How many permanent jobs will remain after construction? What tax incentives are being offered, and what will Arizona receive in return? How will nearby neighborhoods be affected by noise, heat, traffic and construction? The standard should be simple: Is this good for Arizona, or does it leave Arizona families carrying the cost?”View on their website ↗
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