Public Involvement & Decisions

BPA is dedicated to public involvement and transparency. We hold events and public comment periods to update and receive input from interested parties. We also provide past and current records of decisions to keep the public informed on BPA initiatives, projects, finances and other business updates. Browse the resources below for more information on the agency's community events and public records.

Review of Policy for Public Involvement

By Feb. 6, 2026, BPA will commence a public process to review the Policy for Public Involvement and update as necessary the procedures that apply to the development of major regional power policies pursuant to section 4(g) the Northwest Power Act.

Comments & Decisions

View BPA's comment requests, submit a comment or view records of decisions. 

Event Calendar

See all of BPA's upcoming events, including public meetings and public comment periods.

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Environmental Compliance

Learn more about the laws and requirements, categorical exclusions and project reviews. 

News & Events

Residential Exchange Program Workshop

BPA is conducting a series of public workshops to develop the Post-2028 Residential Exchange Program Residential Purchase and Sale Agreement and Average System Cost Methodology.

2025 Attachment K Meeting II

Transmission Services conducts system planning meetings in accordance with its Open Access Transmission Tariff Attachment K. These meetings provide customers and interested parties the opportunity to discuss and provide input to the studies and development of the plans of service.