Senate Hearing on Expanding the Tennessee Valley Authority Service Area (1979)
July 20, 2026
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The Frame
The hearing addresses the legislative process for determining the boundaries of the TVA's service territory, which dictates which residents and businesses have access to TVA-provided power.
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Tennessee Valley Authority
The agency's operational mandate and geographic service boundaries are subject to change based on the proposed legislation.
Residents in the proposed expansion area
These individuals may gain access to TVA-provided services if the bill is enacted.
Last recorded activity July 20, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on June 21, 1979, by the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works.
- The subject of the hearing was S. 269, a bill to amend the Tennessee Valley Authority Act.
- The primary objective of the bill is to extend the authorized service area of the Tennessee Valley Authority.
- The hearing took place during the first session of the Ninety-sixth Congress.
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Why It Matters
The hearing addresses the legislative process for determining the boundaries of the TVA's service territory, which dictates which residents and businesses have access to TVA-provided power.
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TVA Expansion Strategy
The hearing highlights a legislative effort in 1979 to formally expand the reach of federal utility infrastructure beyond its original statutory limits.
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Analysis Score
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- Controversy30Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
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