About This Toolkit

This toolkit was developed to empower local, tribal, and state elected officials with practical tools to engage meaningfully in transmission expansion discussions and decisions that affect their communities.

Transmission planning is often technical and fast-moving. Local governments frequently learn about proposed projects only after major decisions have already been made. This guide is designed to provide a clear, accessible overview of the transmission development process, identify concrete opportunities for engagement at every stage, and equip leaders with practical tools for action.