NE LR234

Designates the Natural Resources Committee to conduct an interim study examining the impact of net-zero plans and goals of public power utilities in Nebraska

Study areas include evaluating effects on customer electricity rates, true costs of net-zero initiatives, and impacts on grid reliability, resiliency, and affordability

Requires assessment of state and federal laws and regulations prompting public power utilities to pursue net-zero goals

Examines employment impacts at baseload generation facilities and economic effects of facility closures on local communities

Committee may consult with public power utilities, Southwest Power Pool, state agencies, economic development organizations, and local municipalities, with findings and recommendations reported to the Legislative Council or Legislature