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MN HF655

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

5/12/2014

Primary Sponsor

Jeff Howe

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Origin

House of Representatives

88th Legislature 2013-2014

AI Summary

  • Requires applicants seeking to construct high-voltage transmission lines to propose at least two routes to the Public Utilities Commission
  • Prohibits designation of any proposed route as a "preferred route" in the application process
  • Requires all proposed routes to be numbered and designated as alternatives rather than ranked by preference
  • Applies to route applications filed on or after the day following final enactment of the bill
  • Amends Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 216E.03, subdivision 3

Legislative Description

High-voltage transmission line routing process regulated, and designation of a preferred route prohibited in the permitting process.

Last Action

Secretary of State Chapter 221 05/09/14

5/12/2014

Committee Referrals

Rules and Administration3/26/2014
Government Operations3/20/2013
Energy Policy2/18/2013

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