The nation’s grid watchdog has been out of service for nearly a month because of political wrangling in Washington, and already the ripple effects are forcing a faceoff among states, the utility industry and fossil fuel companies over nuclear subsidies.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, or FERC, which regulates the nation’s wholesale energy markets, wants to address the subsidy fight. But because it lacks a quorum, until President Trump nominates new commissioners, it is not allowed to do much more than listen to those embroiled in it.