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Burgos bill to increase electric load forecasting accountability included in Pa. budget

Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus    November 18, 2025 | 3:13 PM

HARRISBURG, Nov. 18 – Legislation created by state Rep. Danilo Burgos, D-Phila., to strengthen Pennsylvania’s oversight on electric load forecasting was included in the state budget package enacted last week.

House Bill 1924 addresses recent reports from PJM Interconnection that electricity demand across the PJM footprint – including Pennsylvania – is projected to grow significantly due to data centers, electrification of vehicles and buildings, and other large load additions.

“Currently, PJM relies on load forecasts submitted by Pennsylvania’s electric distribution companies to establish system planning needs and capacity requirements,” Burgos said. “However, that process is opaque, and policymakers, regulators and stakeholders are doubtful of the data’s reliability.”

Burgos’ bill allows the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to review and validate load forecasts submitted by Pennsylvania utilities to PJM, coordinate with PJM and other state regulators to ensure accuracy, and access all relevant materials necessary to carry out this oversight.

“This legislation is about ensuring transparency, accountability and consumer protection, and I’m proud to see it included in the compromised budget we passed. Pennsylvania’s energy landscape is rapidly evolving, and by enhancing oversight we can protect ratepayers while strengthening reliability,” Burgos said.