Agency: Department of Energy – Grid Deployment Office
Description:
For grants to State, local, or Tribal governments to study the impacts of a high-voltage interstate or offshore electricity transmission line; study alternate locations for the project; participate in regulatory proceedings or negotiations; carry out other actions to support the speedy approval of the project; and carry out economic development activities for communities affected by the project, as long as there will be no outlays after FY2031.
Bill Section:
50152
US Code:
42 USC 18715a
New or Existing:
New
Potential Cost:
$760,000,000
Timeline:
FY22-29
Implementation Status/Rulemaking:
On January 20, 2023, DOE issued a Request for Information regarding Section 50152 of the IRA: Source
On August 29, 2023, DOE announced a funding opportunity of up to $300 million through the Transmission Siting and Economic Development (TSED) grant program. The deadline for concept papers is November 17, 2023. The deadline for full applications is April 5, 2024: Source