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 Public Involvement Policy

BPA is committed to fostering meaningful public engagement and ensuring our public involvement processes are effective, transparent and responsive. As part of this commitment, we are undertaking a comprehensive review and update of our existing Public Involvement Policy that was established in 1986.
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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

GAT Workshop: RAPID and SPRINT Open Season

On Oct. 19. 2026, BPA will host a Grid Access Transformation (GAT) workshop to discuss both the Rapid Access Products & Interconnection Delivery (RAPID) program and the Speed to Power Request for Interim Long-Term (LT) Non-firm Transmission (SPRINT) open season proposal.

Risk Mitigation and Financial Policies Refresh Workshop #3

BPA is hosting a series of workshops in Aug. through Nov. to engage customers, stakeholders and interested parties in helping to update our financial policies.