A bill for an act relating to grid-enhancing technologies and reconductoring, including study and reporting requirements.

This Iowa bill (HF 2682) requires public utilities and transmission companies operating electric lines in the state to study grid-enhancing technologies and reconductoring opportunities. Starting January 1, 2027, and every three years after, these entities must submit public reports to the Iowa Utilities Commission analyzing the feasibility of projects that could increase transmission capacity, reduce congestion, support renewable energy, improve reliability, or lower line losses. The studies must cover costs, implementation timelines, and how projects align with specific grid improvement goals like reducing siting conflicts or serving new customers. Municipal utilities, cooperatives, and single-customer transmission lines are exempt from this requirement.