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PA HB505
Bill
Status
12/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kyle Donahue
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AI Summary
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Amends Pennsylvania's energy efficiency and conservation program (Act 129) to require electric distribution companies to file new five-year plans with the Public Utility Commission, with the commission setting future consumption reduction targets based on cost-benefit analysis
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Caps required reductions from government entities, nonprofits, housing authorities, and subsidized housing at a maximum of 10% of total consumption reduction targets
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Allows up to 10% of plan funds for preweatherization health and safety upgrades (mold remediation, electrical panel upgrades, structural repairs) for households at or below 150% of federal poverty guidelines
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Establishes financial incentives for utilities that exceed reduction targets: 10% of net benefits for customers above 150% of poverty guidelines, and 25% for low-income customers below that threshold
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Takes effect May 31, 2031, except provisions on plan disapproval procedures, penalties, incentives, and industrial sector study which take effect in 60 days
Legislative Description
In restructuring of electric utility industry, further providing for energy efficiency and conservation program.
Last Action
Referred to Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure
12/22/2025