DE HB387

Allows public utilities to make extensions or modifications/upgrades within already-served territories without requiring Commission approval, clarifying exemptions from certificate of public convenience and necessity (CPCN) requirements.

Requires electric transmission service providers to obtain a CPCN for constructing new electric transmission lines operating at 100KV or greater within Delaware or offshore waters integrated with the state grid.

Establishes criteria for CPCN approval of new transmission lines, including consideration of need, grid reliability impact, utility viability, technical expertise, technology design, and economic and safety impacts.

Permits independent transmission companies to obtain CPCNs for transmission line construction without being restricted by exclusive retail electric service territories established for distribution companies.

Removes "transmission" from language describing exclusive service territories, clarifying that exclusive territories apply only to electricity distribution services, not transmission services.