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NH SB591
Bill
AI Summary
- Allows electric distribution utilities to own, build, or operate electric generation facilities in New Hampshire with Public Utilities Commission approval, reversing the general prohibition on utility ownership of generation established during electric restructuring
- Limits individual generation facilities to a maximum nameplate capacity of 400 megawatts
- Requires the Commission to find that utility-owned generation serves the public interest and provides benefits to ratepayers and taxpayers before granting approval
- Permits long-term power purchase or sale agreements related to utility-owned facilities for terms up to 20 years
- Establishes state policy supporting limited utility reentry into the generation market when it serves long-term ratepayer interests, ensures energy reliability, and supports economic vitality
Legislative Description
Relative to electric utility investment in distributed energy resources.
Last Action
Introduced (in recess of) 03/12/2026 and referred to Science, Technology and Energy House Journal 8
3/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Science, Technology and Energy3/16/2026
Energy and Natural Resources11/25/2025
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