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AR HB1892
Bill
Status
5/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jack Ladyman
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AI Summary
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Defines "nonexport facility" as an on-site electrical energy production facility that meets a customer's needs within a single utility's service territory without intentionally feeding electricity back to the grid
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Prohibits public utilities from charging discriminatory electricity rates to customers who own or operate nonexport facilities compared to other customers
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Requires the Arkansas Public Service Commission to promulgate rules for nonexport facilities by December 31, 2025, following public comment and a hearing
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Mandates rules include standards for safe and reliable operation, including thermal limits, power quality requirements, and acceptable export limitation methods such as power control systems and reverse power protection
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Excludes nonexport facilities from the definition of "net-metering facility" under the Arkansas Cost-Shifting Prevention Act of 2023, exempting them from net-metering regulations
Legislative Description
To Amend The Law Concerning Energy; To Regulate Nonexport Facilities; And To Prohibit Discrimination Against Nonexport Facilities.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
5/5/2025