11/19/2013
https://www.congress.gov...
"The blackouts that we witnessed in California in 2019 and 2020, as well as the blackouts across the central part of the country last month, are unacceptable."
"Some have long pointed to batteries as the way to integrate unreliable renewables onto the grid. However, batteries are simply not up to the task today."
"We all agree that affordable, reliable and resilient electric service is essential for every American."
"We must ensure that our grids can provide electricity at all times and at prices that American families and businesses can afford."