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AK HB369
Bill
Status
2/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Energy
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AI Summary
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Establishes a diversified portfolio standard requiring load-serving entities connected to electric reliability organizations to generate 40% of electricity from diversified energy resources by December 31, 2036
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Exempts portable solar devices up to 1,200 watts from utility interconnection and net metering requirements, prohibiting utilities from charging fees or requiring approval for compliant devices
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Defines "diversified energy resources" to include renewables, nuclear energy, and natural gas from North Slope pipelines (north of 68°N latitude) when acquired at stable prices below renewable costs
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Creates tradeable diversified portfolio credits with multipliers: 1.5x for large wind projects (100+ MW) operational before 2033, 2.0x for distributed energy systems, and 0.8x for energy storage systems
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Sets legislative intent for 15% per capita energy efficiency increase by 2036 and reducing average electricity costs to the national average by 2040, with effective date of July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Energy, Electric Utilities
Utilities
Last Action
REFERRED TO ENERGY
2/23/2026