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ID S1024

Bill

Status

Passed

3/18/2015

Primary Sponsor

State Affairs Committee

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Origin

Senate

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds authority for the Idaho Energy Resources Authority to finance and refinance conservation measures, including loans and grants to consumers for insulation, weatherization, and energy efficiency improvements under the Pacific Northwest Electric Power Planning and Conservation Act.

  • Allows the authority to issue bonds to finance conservation measures and pledge payments from participating utilities (specifically federal agencies) as security for those bonds.

  • Clarifies that the authority is not a taxing district and cannot file for bankruptcy while bonds are outstanding or contracts with participating utilities are in effect.

  • Permits the authority to pledge and assign its interest in facilities to secure its obligation to convey title to participating utilities after all bonds are paid and obligations discharged.

  • Declares an emergency, making the act effective immediately upon passage and approval.

Legislative Description

Amends and adds to existing law to provide for the Energy Resources Authority to enter into agreements and issue bonds for various energy conservation matters.

CONSERVATION

Last Action

Signed by Governor on 03/18/15 Session Law Chapter 59 Effective: 03/18/2015

3/18/2015

Committee Referrals

State Affairs2/2/2015
Judiciary and Rules1/30/2015

Full Bill Text

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