Affordable Innovation for the Grid Act
To require the Secretary of Energy to conduct an assessment on the use of artificial intelligence and high-performance computing technologies to enhance the bulk-power system, and for other purposes.
This bill, HB9339, aims to have the Department of Energy study how artificial intelligence and high-performance computing can improve the grid system that distributes electricity across large areas. The bill was introduced on June 18, 2026, and has advanced through several stages of committee review.
It would affect utility companies, technology firms, and consumers by potentially making the grid more efficient, reliable, and capable of integrating more renewable energy sources. While it does not directly change any laws, the findings from the study could lead to new policies or technologies that benefit the public.
The bill was introduced on June 18, 2026, and most recently, on July 21, 2026, it was ordered to be reported by a unanimous vote in the House. This indicates it has passed a significant milestone in the legislative process.
