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FERC says staff prepared for short-term government shutdown; longer shutdown plans in place
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Summary
When asked about a potential government shutdown, FERC Chairman Phillips said the agency's executive office, including Executive Director Anton, has plans and funds for short-term interruptions and procedures for longer shutdowns and that regulated utilities will be kept informed.
Argus Media's Chris Knight asked whether FERC had begun planning for a potential government shutdown and what near- and long-term effects a shutdown might have on the agency's work.
Chairman Phillips said staff are prepared. “Our team, our office of executive director, Anton in particular, they are prepared,” he said, and added that FERC has funds for short-term shutdowns and established procedures to follow if an interruption persists. He pledged to keep regulated utilities informed of decisions and indicated the agency has contingency plans for longer-term disruption but did not offer specifics during the session.
The remarks indicate contingency planning is in place; no operational changes or emergency orders were announced during the Q&A.
