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MO HB1191
Bill
Status
3/22/2012
Primary Sponsor
Don Ruzicka
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the state treasurer to deposit State Park Earnings Fund moneys in qualified depositories and credit interest received back to the fund.
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Allows the Department of Natural Resources to expend up to 50 percent of the preceding fiscal year's deposits for revenue bond payments, interest and sinking funds, reserve funds, depreciation funds, and feasibility reports.
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Establishes the Renewable Energy Pilot Program for State Parks, requiring the Department of Natural Resources to develop and implement renewable energy technology at a selected state park in consultation with the Public Service Commission.
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Sets August 28, 2013 as the deadline for selecting a suitable state park and August 28, 2018 as the goal completion date for achieving 100 percent renewable energy use within park boundaries.
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Requires annual reporting to the General Assembly beginning August 28, 2012 on whether renewable energy goals are met, with explanations and alternative suggestions if goals are not achieved.
Legislative Description
Changes the laws regarding the State Park Earnings Fund and establishes the Renewable Energy Pilot Program for State Parks
Last Action
Second Read and Referred: Commerce, Consumer Protection, Energy, and the Environment (S)
3/29/2012