PUBLIC UTILITY – Amends and adds to existing law to provide for new large loads.

Idaho bill H 756 establishes rules for new large electricity consumers (defined as those requiring 20+ megawatts of power within five years). It requires public utilities to obtain commission approval before serving these customers, mandating a "no-harm test" to ensure existing ratepayers won’t face higher bills. The law also requires large consumers to provide financial security (like cash deposits or letters of credit) to cover potential stranded costs if they reduce their power needs. These provisions apply to new connections or significant expansions of existing service entrances, with annual reviews to verify ongoing rate protection.