HR 7728 United States House · 119th Congress

Connect the Grid Act

HR 7728, the Connect the Grid Act, requires Texas' ERCOT grid to connect with neighboring power systems by repealing its special exemptions from federal grid regulations. It mandates minimum power flow capacity between ERCOT and other grids (SPP, MISO, and the Western Interconnection) ranging from 2.5 to 12.6 gigawatts, with specific deadlines for new transmission projects by 2037. The bill directs grid operators to prioritize using existing infrastructure, degraded land sites, renewable energy access, and community engagement - including environmental justice and Tribal communities - in planning new transmission. It also increases federal funding for transmission projects and requires a study on benefits of connecting with Mexico’s grid.

Issues: ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared

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Feb 2026

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Introduced Feb 26, 2026 Last action Feb 26, 2026

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Feb 26, 2026

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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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Feb 26, 2026

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1 primary · 15 co-sponsors