A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the Ratepayer Protection Pledge announced on March 4, 2026, reflects sound national policy to protect ratepayers in the United States, promote electricity affordability, and ensure that all people of the United States, including households, small businesses, schools, hospitals, and farms, have access to reliable and affordable energy as artificial intelligence and data center infrastructure expands across the United States

Progress

Timeline

• Mar 25Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S1618-1619)

Summary

**What it does:** This is a non-binding congressional resolution supporting the "Ratepayer Protection Pledge" announced in March 2026. The resolution expresses Congress's opinion that this pledge represents good policy for protecting electricity customers. **Who it affects:** All electricity ratepayers in the United States, including: - Households - Small businesses - Schools and hospitals - Farms **What would change:** Nothing directly - concurrent resolutions don't create laws or require action. This simply states Congress's position on the pledge. The resolution aims to: - Keep electricity affordable - Ensure reliable energy access - Protect customers as AI and data centers increase electricity demand **Current status:** The resolution is currently being reviewed in committee and has not been voted on by the full Congress. *Note: Since this references a 2026 pledge, this appears to be a hypothetical or future-dated document.*

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