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HI SB1040

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/23/2013

Primary Sponsor

Donna Kim

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Origin

Senate

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

S.B. 1040 Summary

  • Requires the Public Utilities Commission to consider the value of advanced grid modernization technology when evaluating improvements to electrical generation, transmission, and distribution systems in Hawaii

  • Aims to facilitate increased use of renewable energy in Hawaii through modernized electrical infrastructure

  • Committee on Energy & Environmental Protection recommended passage and referral to the Committee on Consumer Protection & Commerce

  • Received support from Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism; Hawaiian Electric Company subsidiaries; Hawaii Solar Energy Association; Sierra Club Hawaii Chapter; and Blue Planet Foundation

  • Received opposition from a few individuals and comments from Life of the Land

Legislative Description

Grid Infrastructure Modernization Technology; Electric Utilities; Electric Systems; Public Utilities Commission

Last Action

Act 034, 4/22/2013 (Gov. Msg. No. 1134).

4/23/2013

Committee Referrals

Consumer Protection & Commerce3/22/2013
Energy & Environmental Protection3/7/2013
Ways and Means2/12/2013
Commerce and Consumer Protection1/24/2013

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