FERC Issues State Voluntary Agreements to Plan and Pay for Transmission Facilities

FERC issued a notice of policy statement addressing state efforts to develop transmission facilities through voluntary agreements. 

On June 17, 2021, FERC issued a notice of policy statement addressing state efforts to develop transmission facilities through voluntary agreements to plan and pay for those facilities. It clarifies that voluntary agreements are not precluded by the Federal Power Act, and encourages interested parties considering the use of such agreements to consult with Commission staff.