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AR HB1820
Bill
Status
5/1/2023
Primary Sponsor
Howard Beaty
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AI Summary
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Establishes a state energy policy promoting development of both nonrenewable resources (natural gas, coal, oil) and renewable resources (solar, wind, geothermal, hydroelectric), as well as nuclear power and alternative transportation fuels
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Requires coal-powered electrical generation facilities owned by interlocal entities to provide 180 days' notice to the Legislative Council before decommissioning or disposing of project assets
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Prohibits project entities from intentionally preventing the functionality of existing coal-powered electrical generation facilities, with exceptions for transitions to nuclear, natural gas, hydrogen, or combination-fueled facilities
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Directs the Attorney General's Office to defend the state's electricity generation interests when qualified utilities receive notice of federal regulations that could force retirement of electrical generation facilities
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Requires the Department of Energy and Environment to conduct a study by September 2024 evaluating environmental regulations, transmission capacity, economic viability, and options for state ownership or public-private partnerships for continued coal facility operation
Legislative Description
To Amend The Law Regarding Energy; To Amend The Law Concerning Coal-powered Electrical Generation Facilities; To Require Certain Actions Before Decommissioning Or Disposal Of Assets; And To Require A Study.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment
5/1/2023