Electric utility definition modification for the purposes of certain renewable energy standards provision

This bill (SF 1436) amends Minnesota Statutes section 216B.1691, specifically clarifying the definition of "electric utility" under the state's renewable energy standards. It modifies the definition to explicitly include investor-owned utilities and clarify which entities (like municipal power agencies or cooperatives) fall under this category for compliance purposes. The change directly affects electric utilities required to meet renewable energy targets, ensuring the definition aligns with existing standards. This is a technical adjustment to the statutory definition, not a change to the renewable energy requirements themselves. The bill focuses on administrative clarity for implementation.