The Expediting Generator Interconnection Procedures Act of 2025 directs the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to streamline the process for connecting new power generation and energy storage projects to the nation's electric grid. The bill requires FERC to initiate a rulemaking within 180 days and complete final rules within 18 months that address inefficiencies in the current interconnection system, making it faster and more cost-effective for companies to get their projects online. The new rules will require power companies to use realistic operating assumptions, consider customers' risk preferences, implement transparent procedures, and employ advanced technologies like automation to speed up approvals and construction. The legislation applies to all generation projects and energy storage facilities (including batteries, hydropower, hydrogen, and other technologies) that fall under FERC's jurisdiction, affecting utilities, renewable energy developers, and storage companies nationwide. The bill does not change how the costs of building transmission upgrades are allocated between utilities and developers.
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