Requires financial security for reclamation for solar and wind electric generating systems
This bill requires solar and wind energy project developers to provide financial bonds before receiving permits, ensuring funds are available for land reclamation after projects end. The bonds, based on estimated reclamation costs, must name the state as beneficiary and remain in effect until land restoration is approved. Developers who fail to maintain bonds risk permit suspension, and the state can use the bond funds or pursue legal action to cover reclamation costs. Government entities (like municipalities and federal agencies) are exempt from this requirement.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 12, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
upper
Feb 12, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
George Borrello
RRepublican/Conservative
Co
Peter Oberacker
RRepublican/Conservative
Co
Rob Ortt
RRepublican/Conservative/Independence
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