Interstate Energy Regulation
/ˌɪntərˈsteɪt ˈɛnərdʒi ˌrɛgjəˈleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of laws and regulatory policies governing the production, distribution, and sale of energy across state lines within the United States.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission plays a key role in interstate energy regulation to ensure fair access to the national grid.
Forms
- interstate energy regulation
- interstate energy regulations
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Commentary
Interstate energy regulation chiefly concerns federal jurisdiction over energy transactions crossing state boundaries, often involving federal agencies like FERC; drafters should distinguish it clearly from purely intrastate measures.
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