NC H679

Exempts persons who construct or operate electric generating facilities primarily to produce electricity, heat, or steam for sale to or use by the Armed Forces of the United States from classification as public utilities subject to utilities commission regulation.

Adds definition of "Armed Forces of the United States" to include the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and all reserve components, national guards, and Department of Defense installations.

Removes certification requirements for electric generating facilities built for Armed Forces use, though such persons must still report proposed construction to the utilities commission before beginning work.

Prohibits electric utilities from charging discriminatory monthly fees, standby charges, or imposing discriminatory requirements on persons constructing or operating electricity generating facilities for Armed Forces use.

Requires the North Carolina Utilities Commission to submit annual reports to the Governor and legislature through 2018 evaluating activities of persons constructing Armed Forces generating facilities and their impact on incumbent suppliers and military operations.