HB 260 Summary

• Establishes the Ohio clean air program to maintain operations of certified nuclear power facilities through monthly charges on retail electric customers, terminating December 31, 2029.

• Creates the Ohio generation and jobs incentive program requiring electric utilities and companies to provide renewable energy resources (12.5-50% by 2050, including solar energy) to retail customers.

• Implements the energy performance and waste reduction program requiring electric distribution utilities to achieve energy efficiency savings and peak demand reduction targets between 2009-2027.

• Modifies wind turbine siting regulations and establishes minimum setback requirements for economically significant wind farms.

• Enacts tax incentives and service payment requirements for qualified energy projects, with payments varying by project type and Ohio workforce ratio.