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BIG WIRES Act

Introduced: September 18, 2023 Introduced by: Peters, Scott H. Democratic · California See on congress.gov

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Became law

Sep 22, 2023

Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy, Climate and Grid Security.

Sep 18, 2023

Introduced in House

Sep 18, 2023

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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What's happening now September 22, 2023

Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy, Climate and Grid Security.

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Energy and Commerce Committee
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